Maldives Capital Gears Up for Grand Eid Celebration
Several state-owned companies and institutions are preparing a grand Eid al-Fitr celebration in Malé, to be held simultaneously in three major areas. The Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Sports, MNDF, MPS, and several state-owned firms will hold the event from 4:00 to 6:00 pm on Eid day. Activities include games, cultural and traditional performances, demonstrations of Maldivian culture, a fusion of modern and traditional characters, children boarding MNDF vehicles for photos, a weapons display, brass band performances, and a silent drill by MNDF. The Ministry of Sports will have gaming stalls and water sports at Republic Square. Collaborating companies include MACL, WAMCO, MWSC, STO, HDC, MTCC, STELCO, and MPL. Authorities are also lighting up the country for the celebrations.