Vice President Faisal Naseem has officially launched 'Neighbourhood Policing Service' in Upper South Police Division.

The service was launched this morning at a special ceremony held in Gaafu Alifu Atoll Education Centre.

Speaking at the ceremony, the Vice President emphasized the prominence attached by President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih and his administration to cultivating peace and creating harmony within our society.

He said that we are now enjoying the fruits of the continuous labors of this Administration’s efforts to strengthening the Police Service and in making the institution more public-friendly.

He also expressed his sincere gratitude to the Police Service for the unwavering assistance rendered to the public during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Vice President presented a commemorative plaque on behalf of the Police Services to the people of Gaafu Alifu and Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll.

The plaque was accepted by the Councillors of both Atolls. Moreover, Vice President visited Gaafu Alif Atoll Hospital and enquired about the arrangements and measures in place regarding the Covid-19 situation.