Nasheed Urges Tender Process for Hanimaadhoo Airport Amid Adani Allegations

Former President Mohamed Nasheed called for Hanimaadhoo International Airport operations to be awarded through an open tender, suggesting private sector management. He made these comments in response to former President Abdulla Yameen’s allegations that the government plans to hand the airport to India’s Adani Group. Nasheed defended the terminated GMR deal, stating continued operation would have avoided MVR 2 billion in debt. Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed denied any sale or lease to foreign parties. The airport, funded by a $136.6 million Indian Exim Bank loan, is 88.7% complete with a 2.46 km runway and 1.3 million passenger capacity, targeting a September opening. Construction Minister Abdulla Muththalib confirmed the timeline.

Former President Mohamed Nasheed called for Hanimaadhoo International Airport operations to be awarded through an open tender, suggesting private sector management. He made these comments in response to former President Abdulla Yameen’s allegations that the government plans to hand the airport to India’s Adani Group. Nasheed defended the terminated GMR deal, stating continued operation would have avoided MVR 2 billion in debt. Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed denied any sale or lease to foreign parties. The airport, funded by a $136.6 million Indian Exim Bank loan, is 88.7% complete with a 2.46 km runway and 1.3 million passenger capacity, targeting a September opening. Construction Minister Abdulla Muththalib confirmed the timeline.

Former President Mohamed Nasheed called for Hanimaadhoo International Airport operations to be awarded through an open tender, suggesting private sector management. He made these comments in response to former President Abdulla Yameen’s allegations that the government plans to hand the airport to India’s Adani Group. Nasheed defended the terminated GMR deal, stating continued operation would have avoided MVR 2 billion in debt. Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed denied any sale or lease to foreign parties. The airport, funded by a $136.6 million Indian Exim Bank loan, is 88.7% complete with a 2.46 km runway and 1.3 million passenger capacity, targeting a September opening. Construction Minister Abdulla Muththalib confirmed the timeline.

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