The government has announced the 7 islands that would be developed as Urban Centers as per the pledge made by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu.
The Ministry of Housing, Land and Urban Development made the announcement today.
The islands include;
- Raa Ungoofaaru
- Baa Eydhafushi
- Lhaviyani Naifaru
- Alifu Dhaalu Mahibadhoo
- Faafu Nilandhoo
- Dhaalu Kuda Huvadhoo
- Laamu Fonadhoo
Speaking to the residents of Dhaalu Kuda Huvadhooo last March, President Muizzu announced that the Northern-most 4 Atolls and the Southern-most 4 Atolls would be developed as economic zones.
The President said that when it is developed as an urban centre, all the things mentioned by the Kudahuvadhoo council will be fulfilled. The President said he would develop the port, develop a commercial harbor and increase hospital services.
