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Politics
President assures to probe concerns over Hiyaavahi financing scheme
During the 'Rayyithunge Adu' program on Thursday night, a participant told President Dr Mohamed Muizzu that the Hiyaavahi Finance scheme approved only MVR 650,000 of their MVR 900,000 housing loan application, with instalments blocked by building registration requirements. President Muizzu said the issues had not been raised with him before, acknowledged the implementation fell short of his vision, and pledged to ask the Ministry to investigate the reduced approval and explore increasing the amount.
Economy
Govt. announces sale of 48 land plots acquired under Veshi Fahi program
The Housing Ministry announced the sale of 48 land plots brought under state ownership through the Veshi Fahi Malé programme, priced at MVR 2,000 per square foot, with priority to legal heirs of original properties and owners of adjoining plots. Applications with required documentation must be submitted by 14:00 hours this Sunday.
Politics
Parliament rejects resolution opposing government acquisition of 14 land plots in Male'
The People's Majlis rejected a resolution by MP Meekail Ahmed Naseem arguing that the Ministry of Housing, Land, and Urban Development's transfer of 14 land plots from Male' City Council jurisdiction to state ownership undermined decentralization. During Wednesday's session, 52 of the 63 members present voted against debating the motion.
Politics
Even during his tenure as Male' Mayor, Muizzu's primary focus was on personal enrichment and seeking ways to line his own pockets: Ayathulla
MDP National Council President for B. Hithaadhoo constituency Ayathulla Hussain alleged that President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu's primary focus during his tenure as Male' City Mayor was personal enrichment. Speaking on RaajjeTV's "Dhiveheenge Bin Dhiveheenah" coverage, Ayathulla said the Ras Male' land allocation to Eagle Hills should not proceed until it is restructured as a lease with transparency and clear public benefits.
Society
Thulhaadhoo housing applicants’ points published, complaint window open
The Housing Ministry published the points awarded to applicants for 100 government-built housing units in Baa atoll Thulhaadhoo and opened a complaints window on the Hiyaa portal. The allocation had been disputed after a court found that changes to the evaluation rules were made unlawfully, and the ministry has now taken over the allocation process.
Infrastructure
All eligible applicants to receive land in Rasmale’: President
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu said all eligible applicants under the Housing for All programme will be allocated land plots in Rasmale', with the recipient list finalized by the end of this year and flats expected to be completed by mid-2028. He said the 500-hectare Eagle Hills Marina and Waterfront project would not affect the government's housing plans, and that Rasmale' would become a vibrant city within a maximum of 10 years.
Politics
Male' City Council takes legal action over 14 plots taken by state
Male' City Council has filed a civil suit against the Ministry of Housing seeking a stay order after the government decided to take over 14 plots of land under the council's jurisdiction for development projects. The takeover follows amendments to the Decentralisation Act passed last month, and the ministry has invited complaints and opinions on the decision within 14 days.
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