Republic Day function rescheduled

The President’s Office has rescheduled the official function to mark the Republic Day.

The President’s Office made the announcement on Thursday.

The function was earlier scheduled for Thursday, November 10, 2022.

However, it is now scheduled to be held at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, November 11, 2022.

The function will be held in Dharubaaruge.

President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih is scheduled to address the nation at the Republic Day function.

Additionally, the President’s National Award for Special Achievement will also be conferred to recipients at the function.

The President will be conferring the awards to 13 individuals who memorized the Holy Quran entirely while attaining the highest grade, nine individuals who achieved exceptional distinction in completing studies at MQA rank 10, and 41 individuals who graduated in the highest rank.

Further, award recipients also include an individual recognized for skill and innovation and an organization for its contributions to human resources development in the field of tourism.

The Special Awards Committee selected the recipients of the awards.

President’s Office states that the decision to escheduled the function was made following the tragic fire incident in Iskandhar Magu, Maafannu Ward, Malé City, earlier on Thursday morning, which resulted in the loss of life and damage to property.