The administration will remain committed to resolving the difficulties faced by persons with disabilities, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu reiterated. The pledge was delivered during the 'Rayyithunge Adu' programme, where a hearing-impaired couple presented their daily operational challenges directly to the president.
Living with hearing loss, the couple expressed deep concern over the absence of any alert mechanism should a dangerous emergency occur within their residential building. Installing notification systems in residential structures to warn occupants during such hazards is essential, the couple noted. With three children currently enrolled in school, communicating effectively with educators remains a persistent hurdle, they explained.
In response, the government will work to establish notification systems in newly developed housing flats to alert individuals with disabilities during emergency situations, President Muizzu announced. Efforts will also be undertaken to arrange accessible alert systems within existing residential buildings, the president affirmed.
Addressing educational obstacles, the president confirmed that the administration would take direct action to resolve difficulties and improve accessibility within school environments. "We will work to establish accessibility in schools and living environments," President Muizzu pledged.
The targeted measures accompany governmental initiatives aimed at facilitating accommodations for citizens with various forms of disabilities across society. Arrangements are currently being implemented to ensure ease of entry and exit across government office buildings and housing flats under development. Specialised accommodations have also been integrated into public infrastructure, including streets and parks, to foster civic access.