Kendhikulhudhoo - RajjeViyu

The Standard | 10 months, 3 weeks ago | optimistic

President Muizzu Departs for 13-Island Noonu Tour to Boost Local Development

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu began a four-day tour of all 13 inhabited islands of Noonu Atoll, departing Malé this morning. He will meet island councils and Women’s Development Committees, and inaugurate development projects including police posts, fitness centers, and upgrades to schools and health centers. Accompanying him are cabinet ministers and senior officials. He is expected to return to Malé on Thursday.

The Standard | 1 year, 6 months ago | optimistic

Five Islands Chosen for Vertical Farming to Boost Local Agriculture

The Maldivian government has selected five islands for a vertical farming initiative to boost local food production. Minister of Agriculture and Animal Welfare Dr. Aishath Rameela announced the selection on PSM News. The islands are Kendhikulhudhoo (Noonu Atoll), Hulhudhuffaaru (Raa Atoll), Naifaru (Lhaviyani Atoll), Mathiveri (Alifu Alifu Atoll), and Kinbidhoo (Thaa Atoll). Local councils have been informed. The government is procuring structures, with delivery expected in early 2025. Training and technical support will follow. Vertical farming using hydroponics and greenhouses aims to overcome limited space, reduce imports, and enhance food security.

Maldives Republic | 2 years, 2 months ago | tense

Parliament Committee Grills LGA Officials Over Directive to Withdraw Council Statement

Local Government Authority (LGA) CEO Mariyam Zulfa faced questioning from the Parliament Decentralisation Committee over a directive to retract a statement by the Kendhikulhudhoo Council that criticized President Muizzu's use of state resources during a visit to Noonu Atoll. MP Ahmed Easa submitted a motion calling the directive illegal. MDP committee members grilled Zulfa on the legality of her decision. Zulfa defended the directive as urgent to prevent irreparable damage, saying she had authority without board approval. Attorney General Ahmed Usham later advised on the matter, and President Muizzu advocated for council autonomy. The council refused to retract the statement.

Maldives Republic | 2 years, 3 months ago | tense

Parliament Committee Summons LGA Over Directive to Retract Council Statement

The Parliament Decentralisation Committee summoned top officials of the Local Government Authority (LGA) after the LGA ordered the Kendhikulhudhoo Council to retract a statement characterizing President Mohamed Muizzu's actions during a visit to Noonu Atoll as abuse of state resources. The council refused, citing lack of legal basis. Attorney General Ahmed Usham advised against retraction, and President Muizzu supported council autonomy. MP Ahmed Easa submitted a motion to the committee. Committee Chair Ali Niyaz stated that no law defines councils as a layer of government, citing a Supreme Court judgement. Hearings will proceed with LGA, council, and MP Easa.

Maldives Republic | 2 years, 3 months ago | neutral

LGA Decides Not To Take Action Against Kendhikulhudhoo Council After AG, President Advocate Non-Interference

LGA will not take action against Kendhikulhudhoo Council for refusing to withdraw statement criticizing President Muizzu's visit. Council cited lack of legal basis. AG Ahmed Usham said LGA had no authority. President Muizzu stressed non-interference with councils. Visit criticized as party-political campaigning; minister denied.

Maldives Republic | 2 years, 3 months ago | tense

Kendhikulhudhoo Council Refuses LGA Call to Retract Statement Regarding Presidential Visit

The Kendhikulhudhoo Council refused a Local Government Authority (LGA) request to retract a statement accusing President Mohamed Muizzu of using state resources for party campaigning during an official visit. The council said the LGA failed to provide a legal basis. Council President Mohamed Rauf announced the decision. Ibrahim Khaleel from the President's Office denied the accusations as false.