Rising Number of Runners on Male' and Hulhumale' Roads Raises Public Concern
8 އޮކްޓޯބަރު 2026 | ބުރާސްފަތި 07:05Public concern is mounting over the increasing trend of jogging on the busy streets of Male' and Hulhumale', which poses a significant risk of serious accidents. Despite the availability of designated exercise areas, many are calling on the relevant authorities to take action to prevent jogging on main roads where it obstructs traffic and compromises public safety.
The number of people jogging and exercising on the streets during peak hours has increased significantly in recent times. | Raajjemv AI
Public concern has escalated significantly due to a sharp rise in the number of people jogging on the busy streets of Male' and Hulhumale', posing serious challenges to road safety. The presence of runners on heavily congested roads has increasingly obstructed vehicular traffic, raising urgent fears of potential accidents.
Speaking to "RaajjeMV" regarding the issue, several members of the public expressed that the increasing number of joggers on the main roads of Male' and Hulhumale'—particularly in high-speed traffic zones—poses a significant threat to the safety of both motorists and the joggers themselves. Complaints are mounting over joggers obstructing traffic flow, forcing vehicles to brake abruptly, and congesting the limited space along the roadsides.
Looking back, there have been several instances where joggers have been involved in major road accidents, some of which have tragically resulted in fatalities. Despite the recurrence of such tragic incidents, many people are raising concerns and questioning why jogging on busy roads—often without regard for personal safety—is becoming increasingly common.
While running is a beneficial form of exercise, many members of the public who spoke to "RaajjeMV" advise that it should be done in designated areas. Locations such as the synthetic tracks in Male' Ekuveni and Hulhumale' provide safe environments specifically designed for physical activity. Therefore, rather than running on public roads in a manner that obstructs traffic, it is essential for everyone's safety to utilize these designated facilities.
As this issue continues to escalate daily, the public is increasingly critical of relevant government authorities for their failure to take adequate action. Many are questioning whether there is a specific institution taking the lead to ensure road safety and prevent such dangerous incidents. The public is now calling on the authorities to find an urgent solution to this problem and to ensure that the streets are safe and secure for everyone.
