President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has held discussions on developmental requirements and concerns with Ukulhas Island Council and Women's Development Committee (WDC). The meeting to discuss the developmental requirements and concerns of the island's residents was held at the Ukulhas Convention Centre as part of his visit to the island to attend the events commemorating World Environment Day 2023.
During the meeting, President Solih expressed his pleasure in visiting Ukulhas, Alifu Alifu Atoll. He also stressed the administration's commitment to consulting with the public and seeking their opinion on its developmental plans.
Also at the meeting, the council members discussed ongoing development projects on the island, including the road development project. The projects are continuing as requested by the local community. They also discussed the most pressing issues, such as the challenges faced by the council due to space constraints in the Secretariat of the Ukulhas Island Council and the school's administrative building. They also emphasised the importance of harmonising pay for the council's administrative staff and the need for a social centre for the community. The president was presented with a list of the council's and community's top priorities during the meeting.
Speaking at the meeting, President Solih acknowledged the requests of the council members for a new building for the council and the issue of administrative staff pay at the council. He stated that the administration would thoroughly examine the matters raised and engage in further discussions with relevant government offices and institutions.