President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has conferred the National Award for Public Service on 86 public servants. The awards were presented at a special ceremony held in the Dharubaaruge convention centre.
At the function, President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih presented badges, shields, and certificates to the award recipients. He also extended his congratulations to the recipients and said they have provided valuable contributions to the nation. He said that their services were significant for having been done with diligence and dedication, no matter which position they had filled.
The National Award for Public Service is the most prestigious award conferred by the president on individuals who have been serving the nation for over 35 years and are observed as diligent and steadfast employees who have contributed towards the development of their respective fields. The award was introduced in 2021.
The National Awards Committee, mandated with vetting and selecting recipients for the National Awards, received 110 nominations this year. The committee selected 86 recipients, of whom 25 were women. The recipients included civil servants who had served in various capacities in government offices and institutions.
Any individual who has worked in a government agency or subsidiary where the government holds the most shares for over 35 years is eligible for the award. The awards committee considers the quality of the work and the contributions of the nominees to the development of their respective fields. The award also recognises the individual achievements of the nominees.