Minister of Sports Abdulla Rafiu has revealed plans to establish a health facility at Hulhumale' stadium, scheduled for implementation this month.
In an exclusive interview with PSM News, Minister Rafiu highlighted that integrating health facilities within sports stadiums aligns with national and international standards for sports venues. The initiative forms part of a broader effort by the Sports Ministry to enhance health services at sports facilities across the country. Minister Rafiu emphasised that the ministry is actively expanding its health infrastructure to meet these standards within a specified timeframe.
Underlining recent achievements in sports development over the past six months, Minister Rafiu also discussed plans for a comprehensive sports complex in Hulhumale'. This includes groundbreaking ceremonies expected for both the netball and futsal arenas by the year's end, with detailed development currently in progress.
Meanwhile, the netball arena is to become a multi-sports complex, while the futsal arena will serve as a versatile venue for various activities. Additionally, the sports minister announced plans to develop a surfing arena in Male' following the Maldives Pro Bodyboarding competition in August.