President Muizzu Administration Quadruples Inmate Wages for First Time in 25 Years, Paves Path to Productive Reintegration

The administration of President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has increased the daily allowance for working inmates from MVR 30 to up to MVR 120, the first such increase in 25 years, effective July. The move aims to promote rehabilitation and skill development. Maldives Correctional Service Media Officer Aminath Yusreen Ahmed confirmed that inmates now earn between MVR 50 and MVR 120 based on work type and performance. The Correctional Service employs inmates in sectors like maintenance, construction, furniture-making, sewing, and handicrafts. Additionally, free vocational training in agriculture, electrical wiring, and tailoring is offered. The reform is part of President Muizzu's broader agenda to modernize institutions and restore dignity.

The administration of President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has increased the daily allowance for working inmates from MVR 30 to up to MVR 120, the first such increase in 25 years, effective July. The move aims to promote rehabilitation and skill development. Maldives Correctional Service Media Officer Aminath Yusreen Ahmed confirmed that inmates now earn between MVR 50 and MVR 120 based on work type and performance. The Correctional Service employs inmates in sectors like maintenance, construction, furniture-making, sewing, and handicrafts. Additionally, free vocational training in agriculture, electrical wiring, and tailoring is offered. The reform is part of President Muizzu's broader agenda to modernize institutions and restore dignity.

The administration of President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has increased the daily allowance for working inmates from MVR 30 to up to MVR 120, the first such increase in 25 years, effective July. The move aims to promote rehabilitation and skill development. Maldives Correctional Service Media Officer Aminath Yusreen Ahmed confirmed that inmates now earn between MVR 50 and MVR 120 based on work type and performance. The Correctional Service employs inmates in sectors like maintenance, construction, furniture-making, sewing, and handicrafts. Additionally, free vocational training in agriculture, electrical wiring, and tailoring is offered. The reform is part of President Muizzu's broader agenda to modernize institutions and restore dignity.

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