Yameen Questions Feasibility of Muizzu’s National Service Programme, Cites Cost Concerns

Former President Abdulla Yameen questioned the feasibility of President Muizzu's National Service Programme, which aims to train 1,000 soldiers and 1,000 police officers annually over five years. Yameen cited cost concerns, noting that salaries for 1,000 recruits would amount to MVR 186 million annually and that the budget does not mention housing and other benefits. He alleged the decision was not made in consultation with security officials. Muizzu announced MVR 400 million annual allocation for the programme under the New Policy Initiatives in the 2025 budget.

Former President Abdulla Yameen questioned the feasibility of President Muizzu's National Service Programme, which aims to train 1,000 soldiers and 1,000 police officers annually over five years. Yameen cited cost concerns, noting that salaries for 1,000 recruits would amount to MVR 186 million annually and that the budget does not mention housing and other benefits. He alleged the decision was not made in consultation with security officials. Muizzu announced MVR 400 million annual allocation for the programme under the New Policy Initiatives in the 2025 budget.

Former President Abdulla Yameen questioned the feasibility of President Muizzu's National Service Programme, which aims to train 1,000 soldiers and 1,000 police officers annually over five years. Yameen cited cost concerns, noting that salaries for 1,000 recruits would amount to MVR 186 million annually and that the budget does not mention housing and other benefits. He alleged the decision was not made in consultation with security officials. Muizzu announced MVR 400 million annual allocation for the programme under the New Policy Initiatives in the 2025 budget.

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