President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced the upcoming construction of a bowling arena in the Malé Industrial Village, marking a significant milestone in the administration's broader initiative to expand domestic sports infrastructure.
During a recent meeting with the nation's youth, the president detailed a comprehensive portfolio of athletic projects currently being spearheaded by the government. The pioneering facility, the first of its kind in the Maldives, is scheduled to commence construction in the second quarter of 2026.
"The designated site within the Industrial Village is situated directly opposite the MNDF [Maldives National Defence Force] Fire and Rescue building; the land has been formally transferred to the Sports Ministry [Ministry of Sports, Fitness and Recreation], the operational agreements have been executed, and the necessary financing for the project has been fully secured," President Muizzu stated.
Architectural renderings indicate the two-storey facility will feature a 10-lane bowling alley integrated with an electronic gaming arcade, a café, and private event spaces. The project is designed to serve as a dynamic social hub, with the government estimating completion within a 540-day timeframe.
Concurrent with the arena's groundbreaking, the administration plans to initiate work on several complementary recreational spaces, including an arcade centre, a children's play park, and a futsal and netball complex. President Muizzu noted that these facilities within the Greater Malé Area are purposefully engineered to host a diverse array of community and social activities. With site jurisdiction formally transferred and the budget secured, preparatory operations are expected to launch this year.