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Effective land-plans formulated for Giraavarufalhu and Gulhifalhu

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The previous administration introduced the Binveriyaa Scheme, in which over 9,000 individuals attained land plots. The land plots will be situated in Hulhumale’ Pase II and Phase III, Gulhifalhu and Giraavarufalhu. While a total of 1,351 land plots were allocated from Hulhumale’, 2,218 were entitled to ownership in Gulhifalhu and 5,432 land plots were given from Giraavarufalhu.

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu revealed that the previous government issue land plots from Giraavarufalhu and Gulhifalhu without formulating a proper land-use plan. The government further observed that several land plots were allocated amidst streets or over utility networks. Hence, President Dr. Muizzu urged to resolve the issues before handing over the designated land to their relevant owners.

Providing an insight on the previously issued land-use plans, the Director of the Ministry of Housing, Land and Urban Development Fathimath Shaheen stated that the land-use plans drawn by the previous government were against the regulations of the ministry. The plans failed to fulfil the requirements, as they failed to incorporate the mandatory green space and the required distance between industrial sites.

Differences between the initial land-use plan and the current plan of Gulhifalhu are as follows:

The ministry observed that in the previous land-use plan adopted, there was not a distance of 100 feet between areas where individuals reside and industrial areas. Highlighting that only 8% contributed to the green space, the ministry noted the lack of sport fields and parks. Entities providing basic facilities and services were also far from the places in which people reside.

However, the current land-use plan incorporates 21% designated for parks and green spaces. Schools and mosques are also to be established close to areas of residency the plan further outlines the objective of developing 70,000 vehicle parking zone.

Differences between the initial land-use plan and the current plan of Giraavarufalhu are as follows:

The previous land-use plan lacked adequate areas to provide basic facilities compared to the population. The ministry further highlighted the absence of sports fields and parks in the plan, which also allocated only 8% for green space. Additionally, the ministry revealed that the plan was not approved by relevant authorities and did not consider the opinions of stakeholders. Nevertheless, the new plan ensures that 18% of the land is specialised for green space while ensuring schools and mosques were close to areas of residency. It further included 31,359 parking plots.

Initially, decisions were made to reclaim 160 hectares of land for Giraavarufalhu and 150ha from Gulhifalhu. However, President Dr. Muizzu modified the decision by affirming the land reclamation of additional 50ha for Giraavarufalhu and 85 more hectares from Gulhifalhu. Unveiling that Giraavarufalhu did not have the capacity to provide essential services, the ministry opened the opportunities to transfer 1,347 land plots to Gulhifalhu.

President Dr. Muizzu pledged to ensure that landowners receive their allocated land plots issued by the previous administration. Minister of Housing , Land and Urban Development Dr. Ali Haidar Ahmed further cautioned that the locations of land plots may alter due to the lack of formulating an effective land-use plan by the previous government

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Fushidhiggaru project ongoing, will finish on time: Government

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The Maldives government on Sunday assured Fushidhiggaru reclamation project, a key initiative under the vision of President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, has not stalled and would be completed on the scheduled date.

President’s Office Chief Spokesperson Heena Waleed confirmed this on Sunday at a press conference, while providing details on other government initiatives.

The state has responded about the large-scale development project amid speculation in social media and by political opponents, claiming the initiative has stalled.

In response, Heena highlighted that the sand dredging in the project is currently on pause, stressing this was not indicative of the entire project being halted.

“I would like to ask, if they gauge the ongoing status of a capacity based on whether sand dredging is ongoing or not. Although sand dredging has stopped, there would be several other associated components of the project that requires attention and execution,” Heena commented.

She further said the project requires administrative and other work, all of which, she added, were ongoing.

“In response, I would like to reply that the Fushidhiggaru project has not stalled, it is ongoing. The project would conclude as per the scheduled date announced by the President,” she said.

Under the large-scale development project, 1,153 hectares of land will be reclaimed, which is thrice the combined size of Hulhumale’ Phase I and II.

The iniatiative commenced officially on December 18, 2023 while the Maldives President assured the reclamation component will conclude within eight months from the date of commencement.

Source(s): sun.mv

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Efforts underway to submit new laws to Parliament

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Chief Spokesperson at the President’s Office Heena Waleed has stated that efforts are underway to complete the administrative preparations for introducing new laws and amendments to the Parliament, with the government achieving a super majority in the parliamentary elections.

Heena stated there are several crucial laws to be presented to Parliament under the government’s week-14 legislative agenda. As such, laws relating to housing, the criminal justice system, social security are to be submitted. On this stance, Heena affirmed that the laws and amendments which have been stalled in the committee phase will be given a top priority to be implemented by the end of President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s tenure.

Furthermore, Heena revealed that over 200 laws are to be implemented, aiming to fulfill President Dr. Muizzu’s commitment outlined in the government’s manifesto. She assured that the elected Parliament will play a significant role as their views align with that of the president.

Observing that the government attained a super majority during the parliamentary elcetions was due to the unwavering trust in President Dr. Muizzu, Heena affirmed that this advantage will not be exploited. She guaranteed that the super majority will assist the government in implementing and enforcing policies that will benefit the public as per the respective policies.

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Islamic Minister discusses expanding Zakat House

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Minister of Islamic Affairs Dr. Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed has met with the Director General of Zakat House Director Dr. Majid Sulaiman Al-Azimi to discuss upgrading the Maldives Zakat House.

The minister confirmed this via X (formerly Twitter), highligting that the two discussed about expanding the services of the Zakat House, including staff and Sharia Board training, and the legal requirements of Zakat recipients.

Earlier, the minister announced the administration’s plan to introduce a financial aid system to extend aid to orphans permanently. Dr. Shaheem said orphans will receive financial support annually until adulthood.

However, the minister did not specify how much the government intended to provide as financial support each year.

The current administration established the Maldives Zakat House with the objectives of increasing public awareness on the importance of paying Zakat, and foster love among the public towards the Islamic sacred act.

Under the Zakat Fund, government provided financial support to 52 individuals earlier in March 2024.

Statistics recently provided by the Zakat House showed the fund had been disbursed mainly in four areas, which are;

For Cancer Treatment – MVR 190,822.50
Brain Surgery – MVR 180,407.19
Heart Surgery – MVR 8,482.00
Transplants – MVR 25,443.00

Additionally, another MVR 227,872.50 was disbursed for various other areas.

Source(s): sun.mv

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