Ex-COVID facility converted into correctional unit

A facility originally built during the COVID-19 pandemic to treat patients has been repurposed as a new unit under the Maldives Correctional Service. Located opposite Tree Top Hospital in Hulhumale, it has five cell blocks with capacity for 140 inmates. The first block is completed and 16 inmates were transferred on Saturday. The facility will house inmates engaged in technical and vocational work within the Greater Malé area. Ground floor completion is expected by the end of next month. The Correctional Service stated it will reduce logistical difficulties for inmates brought to Malé for court appearances and medical treatment, lower transportation costs, address space constraints, and reduce challenges during adverse weather.

A facility originally built during the COVID-19 pandemic to treat patients has been repurposed as a new unit under the Maldives Correctional Service. Located opposite Tree Top Hospital in Hulhumale, it has five cell blocks with capacity for 140 inmates. The first block is completed and 16 inmates were transferred on Saturday. The facility will house inmates engaged in technical and vocational work within the Greater Malé area. Ground floor completion is expected by the end of next month. The Correctional Service stated it will reduce logistical difficulties for inmates brought to Malé for court appearances and medical treatment, lower transportation costs, address space constraints, and reduce challenges during adverse weather.

A facility originally built during the COVID-19 pandemic to treat patients has been repurposed as a new unit under the Maldives Correctional Service. Located opposite Tree Top Hospital in Hulhumale, it has five cell blocks with capacity for 140 inmates. The first block is completed and 16 inmates were transferred on Saturday. The facility will house inmates engaged in technical and vocational work within the Greater Malé area. Ground floor completion is expected by the end of next month. The Correctional Service stated it will reduce logistical difficulties for inmates brought to Malé for court appearances and medical treatment, lower transportation costs, address space constraints, and reduce challenges during adverse weather.

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