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Man dies after fall from coconut palm in Kulhudhuffushi

A 36-year-old man, Hussain Shifaz, died after falling from a coconut palm in Kulhudhuffushi a week ago while climbing to clear the tree. He was initially treated at Kulhudhuffushi Regional Hospital and transferred to Malé three days ago after his condition did not improve. He died while on a ventilator at Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital. Neykurendhoo Council President Ali Siraj confirmed the details.

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Apr 30, 2026

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A 36-year-old man, Hussain Shifaz, died after falling from a coconut palm in Kulhudhuffushi a week ago while climbing to clear the tree. He was initially treated at Kulhudhuffushi Regional Hospital and transferred to Malé three days ago after his condition did not improve. He died while on a ventilator at Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital. Neykurendhoo Council President Ali Siraj confirmed the details.

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