President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has confirmed that in the last 12 days, authorities have closed more than 80 illegal massage parlors operating in the country.
He revealed this information while addressing a consultative meeting held this evening with residents of Hulhumalé Phase I, at the Rehendhi School Hall. The meeting formed part of a series of public engagements initiated by the President to engage directly with citizens, hear their views and concerns, and identify practical solutions.
During the meeting, the President also provided an update on measures being undertaken to address public complaints and requests received since the consultations held across Malé.
He stated that a joint task force comprising representatives from the Ministry of Economic Development, Maldives Immigration, and the Maldives Police Service has intensified enforcement efforts.
As a result, 83 massage parlours operating illegally under the guise of salons were closed between 9th and 21st December, while a further 56 businesses operated illegally by expatriates were shut down within the past three weeks.
