President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has assured that the practical work of relocating the harbor in Kumundhoo island of Haa Dhaal atoll to a different area will begin within two months.

During a meeting with the island's residents on August 27, President Muizzu stated that among the developmental needs of Kumundhoo, the harbor issue is the most pressing issue facing the residents. He acknowledged that it has now become clear that the problems arising from the current location of the harbor cannot be resolved.

Stating that finding a permanent solution to this issue is his responsibility, the president said that the harbor would be relocated to the area preferred by the residents. He assured that the work would begin within two months and the harbor would be completed. In addition to this, he highlighted that a swimming area would also be developed alongside the harbor construction.

Emphasizing the priority given to Kumundhoo’s development, President Muizzu said that the practical work on the multi-purpose hall project for Kumundhoo School would begin within two to three months. He also stated that along with the hall, other necessary spaces and resources for the school would be increased.

Regarding sports infrastructure projects, he said that the current football ground would be completed to the highest standard, and in addition to developing a futsal ground, a handball court and a volleyball court would also be constructed on the island.

During his recent trip to the island, President Muizzu signed agreements for the Kumundhoo road development project and the multi-purpose hall for Kumundhoo School. He also laid the foundation for a Fitness and Recreation Center, a Police Station, and a Health Center on the island. Further, an ATM service of the Bank of Maldives (BML) was inaugurated on the island.

While President Muizzu emphasized the priority given to Kumundhoo’s development, he had also discussed similar matters in a meeting with the island council on 26 February 2024. Even then, he had assured that the harbor issue would be resolved. However, more than a year has passed without any cooperation from the government to address this issue.