President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has stated the administration will work to initiate land reclamation and harbour construction projects in Kaashidhoo, Kaafu Atoll, simultaneously. He made the statement during a meeting with the members of the Kaashidhoo Island Council and the Women's Development Committee (WDC).
Speaking at the meeting, President Solih said that the purpose of the meeting was to inquire about the island's situation and meet with the stakeholders to discuss the developmental efforts on the island. He noted that Kaashidhoo is widely known for its agricultural activities.
Furthermore, President Solih said that the island's road development project will commence with the completion of the water network installation project next year. He added that the administration will work with stakeholders to initiate land reclamation and harbour construction projects simultaneously and detailed the efforts underway to improve healthcare on the island.
The members of the Kaashidhoo Island Council expressed their gratitude for the announcement that the road development project would commence after the completion of the water and sewerage network. The council members expressed their support for President Solih’s appeal to the local councils to facilitate long-term agricultural investments in the islands by allocating land for farmers. The council and WDC mentioned other issues relevant to the island's development, including the need to solve the waste management and land erosion issues on the island.
Many projects planned for Kaashidhoo are in the planning stages, including the water and sewerage network installation project, the health centre upgrade project, and the microgrid desalination plant project.
President Solih later visited the Kaashidhoo Health Centre and met with the staff. During his visit, he inquired about the services offered and their developmental aspirations. The Kaashidhoo Health Centre upgrade project entails the construction of the extension building, portico area, and an extended section of the health centre.