Nilandhoo - RajjeViyu

PSM News | 21 hours, 19 minutes ago | neutral

President Muizzu mourns passing of Nilandhoo’s Ahmed Moosa

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu mourned the passing of Ahmed Moosa, a former island chief of Nilandhoo, who died at age 100. In a social media post, the President praised Moosa's service, trustworthiness, and character, noting his pride in having educated descendants serving the nation. Moosa received the National Public Service Award in agriculture in 1992.

Maldives Republic | 1 year, 5 months ago | urgent

Widespread Flooding Displaces Hundreds Across Maldives; Malé and Eight Islands Affected

Heavy rains on Friday caused widespread flooding across the Maldives, displacing hundreds. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) provided temporary shelter and food to 226 people from 36 households. The Met Office recorded 162mm of rainfall in Malé and 164mm in Hulhumalé, the highest levels. The MNDF pumped out 30,569 tonnes of water from Malé streets. Eight islands besides Malé were affected: Nilandhoo (Faafu Atoll) 80% submerged; Himmafushi and Guraidhoo (Kaafu Atoll) with severe flooding; Kudahuvadhoo and Meedhoo (Dhaalu Atoll) each 10 houses damaged; Magoodhoo (Faafu Atoll) 9 houses damaged, one evacuated; Feeali (Faafu Atoll) one evacuation; Maamigili (Alifu Dhaalu Atoll) 4 houses damaged; Inguraidhoo (Raa Atoll) and Maroshi (Shaviyani Atoll) storm surge damage.

Maldives Republic | 2 years ago | neutral

Government Defends Decision to Develop New Airport on Nilandhoo Island

Minister of Construction and Infrastructure Abdulla Muththalib defended the government's decision to build a new airport on Nilandhoo Island, Faafu Atoll, despite an existing airport on nearby Magoodhoo Island which is 75% complete. The minister stated there are no economic disadvantages and that investors have shown interest, including acquiring two sectors of the lagoon for tourism. Nilandhoo can accommodate a 2,500-meter runway to serve resorts in Dhaalu Atoll. The Maldives National Defence Force may use the Magoodhoo airport for military drones. The government will decide on the optimal use of the Magoodhoo airport once Nilandhoo airport is developed for international operations.