The Dhonfanu Council announced an immediate closure of the island's house reef to diving, snorkeling, safari vessels and private operators within a 700-meter radius, citing safety during resident protests over land reclamation. Industry stakeholders criticised the move, saying it harms tourism, guesthouse livelihoods and the country's reputation, and called on the government to intervene.
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Tourism is the lifeline of our islands. Decisions like this send the wrong message — that visitors are not welcome
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The Council announced that the reef will remain off-limits within a 700-meter radius, applying restrictions to tourists, safari vessels, and private operators.
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