Police launch investigation into a same-sex marriage ceremony held at a Maldivian resort
6 ނޮވެމްބަރު 2026 | ހުކުރު 08:27Maldives Police Service has launched an investigation into a same-sex marriage ceremony conducted at a local resort, reminding the public that such acts are a violation of Maldivian law and Islamic principles. Authorities have urged resort and guesthouse employees, as well as the general public, to prevent such activities from occurring, warning that strict legal action will be taken against those involved in such prohibited acts.
A photograph taken from outside the police headquarters, Shaheed Hussain Adam Building. | RaajjeMV
The Maldives Police Service has launched an investigation into a video circulating on social media that appears to show a same-sex wedding ceremony being conducted at a Maldivian resort.
Police have stated that they are aware of a video circulating on social media recently, which appears to show a same-sex marriage ceremony being conducted at a Maldivian resort. As this is a legally prohibited act, the police confirmed that an investigation into the matter is currently underway.
As Islam is the official state religion of the Maldives, the police have urged all parties to refrain from any actions that contravene Islamic principles, Sharia law, national legislation, and the country's social and ethical standards.
Furthermore, the police have reminded all relevant parties to ensure that expatriate workers in other sectors, including those employed at resorts and guesthouses, are prevented from engaging in such activities.
Police have also issued a warning that legal action will be taken against those who engage in such activities.
