Members of Inguraidhoo Island Council, Raa Atoll have expressed appreciation to the government for the ongoing development projects in the island, noting that funds have been allocated in next year's budget for several major development requests. The councillors made the remarks in a meeting held with President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih on December 16.
During the meeting, the council members also discussed with the president the most pressing issues and concerns of the residents. Council members highlighted the need for road development, the difficulties due to the harbour and adjacent channel, and the challenges to proper waste management. They expressed the difficulties caused by the lack of staff and space constraints at the Island Council Secretariat.
Councillors also noted similar issues in the school and health centre. The council members further explored the prospects of developing an airport in the region, a new mosque on the island and other socially beneficial projects.
Speaking at the meeting, President Solih shared the latest information and updates on the developmental queries requested by the council members. He further assured to work alongside relevant authorities to find solutions to the issues and concerns of the residents. In addition, the president expressed his confidence in seeking amicable solutions to the challenges and difficulties faced by the island residents.