Republic Square and its surrounding waters to be closed during specific hours for Victory Day activities
31 އޮކްޓޯބަރު 2026 | ހޮނިހިރު 16:44The Maldives Police Service has announced temporary road and maritime closures around Republic Square from October 31 to November 2 to facilitate rehearsals for Victory Day activities. During this period, land traffic in the area will be restricted starting at 15:30 daily, while the surrounding lagoon will be closed to maritime vessels from 15:00 onwards; authorities have urged the public to follow police instructions to ensure smooth proceedings.
From a parade conducted by the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF). | MNDF
The Maldives Police Service has announced that Republic Square, its surrounding streets, and the adjacent lagoon area will be closed during specific hours to facilitate rehearsals for activities commemorating Victory Day.
The Maldives Police Service has announced that traffic flow in the Republic Square area will be diverted from October 31 to November 2, 2026.
According to information shared by the police, the roads surrounding Republic Square will be closed to public traffic from 15:30 until the conclusion of the rehearsals. Police further stated that the lagoon area adjacent to the square will also be closed to general maritime traffic starting from 15:00 until the rehearsals end.
The designated road closures will extend from the Fish Market area to the President's Office, as well as the stretch from the Islamic Centre to the President's Office. These routes will be closed to public traffic during the specified times.
Furthermore, police announced that the area's lagoon, as well as the waters extending up to 400 meters from the reef edge, will be closed to the public.
While major events are held annually at Republic Square to commemorate Victory Day, these activities consistently draw a significant number of participants from the general public.
The Police Service requests that commuters in the area strictly adhere to police instructions during these times and provide their full cooperation to ensure the activities proceed smoothly.
