Vice President Faisal Naseem has affirmed significant progress would be made in the coming years in the administration's pledge to improve education and healthcare services across the country. The vice president made the remarks speaking at a special function held to meet Maldivian nationals residing in Bangalore, India.
Speaking about the amendment to the Decentralisation Act, Vice President Naseem expressed hope to make it a reality for citizens across the country to receive quality education and exceptional healthcare services from their respective home islands. In this regard, the vice president said the administration wishes to put an end to the traditional need for citizens to travel to the capital to fulfil most basic needs. He expressed confidence many of the citizens' challenges would be addressed through the administration's policies.
Highlighting the need for educated and skilled professionals in the workforce for the development and prosperity of the nation, Vice President Naseem urged all students to prioritise serving the country as productive citizens. He urged all students and their parents to be mindful of the values of unity and friendship that make us Maldivians, and uphold the tenets of Islam and duties to our religion.
Moreover, the vice president emphasised the historical and close relations that exist between Maldives and India and expressed his gratitude to the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the government, and the people of India. He concluded remarks by thanking the Maldivian community residing in Bangalore for the opportunity to meet them and wishing them success in their endeavours.