Media Commission President resigns, citing lack of equality and fairness across media outlets
28 އޮކްޓޯބަރު 2026 | ބުދަ 12:00The President of the Maldives Media and Broadcasting Commission, Mohamed Farushath, has resigned from his post, citing insurmountable challenges in ensuring equality and fairness within the media industry. In his resignation letter to the President, Farushath emphasized the need for Maldivian media outlets to become academically and financially independent, as well as more accountable in their professional conduct.
Mohamed Farushath, ex-President of the Maldives Media and Broadcasting Commission (MMBC) | Social Media
Mohamed Farushath, President of the Maldives Media and Broadcasting Commission (MMBC), has resigned from his post.
In a letter addressed to President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, Farushath stated that there are significant challenges to ensuring fairness and impartiality within the media.
Farushath stated that there are insurmountable challenges to organizing and conducting the Media Commission's work with the necessary integrity, equality, and fairness across all media outlets. Consequently, he announced his decision to resign from the position.
The Maldives Media and Broadcasting Commission is the primary regulatory body established under the Maldives Media and Broadcasting Regulation Act to oversee media outlets and broadcasters. The Commission is composed of seven members. The President of the Commission is appointed by the People's Majlis.
