President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has asserted that more progress will be observed in Finey island of Haa Dhaal atoll, now that basic infrastructure has been established on the island.

The president said this while speaking at the ceremony held to inaugurate the installation of a water and sewerage system, a power generation network and a new power house in Finey.

As such, stating that the establishment of basic infrastructure and services on the island is likely to make it a more inhabitable place, the president expressed satisfaction with the positive changes being made to the island.

With this, he expressed hope that they will enrich the lives of the island residents.

Further, he shed light on the new opportunities that will be available to the island community as a result of their nearness to Hanimaadhoo International Airport and the recent establishment of the Raajje Transport Link (RTL) services.

Highlighting the challenges endured by the island residents over the years, the president stated that the refurbishment of the island harbor is the next most important project for the island’s progress. With this being said, the president noted that the administration will take this initiative “seriously”.

Following the inauguration ceremony, President Solih toured the new power house and its administrative building.

Located near the residential area of the island, the old powerhouse was constructed more than 18 years ago in a location that led to noise and air pollution complaints.

With a new power generation network, the new powerhouse includes a 570-kilowatt generator.

The water and sewerage project on the island commenced in October 2019, with services having begun in September this year.

The water supply service began in August 2022.

These services are managed by the state utilities company FENAKA Corporation.