Vice President Faisal Naseem has met with the council members of Kulhudhuffushi City where they applauded the healthcare sector achievements of the government.
At the meeting with the council members, the members noted the significant progress brought to Kulhudhuffushi Regional Hospital by the administration. They also spoke about the development of a tertiary hospital in the city.
Speaking with the council members, Vice President Naseem inquired about the most pertinent needs of the residents of the city. The council members highlighted the need to expedite coastal protection and runway lighting at the airport, the introduction of detox services and the development of a technical and vocational education and training centre, and the need to address staff shortages at the Children’s Service Centre. They also discussed with the vice president the development of a new school. The vice president assured them of the commitment of the administration to expediting the ongoing developmental projects in the city. He also commended the close relationship the council keeps with government ministries.
During his visit to Kulhudhuffushi City, Vice President Naseem also met with the senior management of the schools and inquired about their needs. The principals of the Haa Dhaalu Atoll Education Centre, Afeefuddin School, and Jalaluddin School attended the meeting. They noted that they had completed all preparations and prerequisites before the commencement of the new academic year. Some of the concerns raised at the meeting include space constraints and a shortage of teachers and resources.