Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) Central Area has celebrated 26 years of service.

Minister of Defence, Mariya Ahmed Didi and Chief of Defense Force Major General Abdulla Shamaal were welcomed to the special ceremony by Colonel Mohamed Ibrahim and the officers and soldiers from MNDF's central area. The minister was received by an honour guard.

During the ceremony, notable soldiers of the central area were awarded ceremonial documents in recognition for their contributions. Additionally, Chief of Defense Force Major General Abdulla Shamaal presented ceremonial documents to employees with over 25 years of service.

Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) Central Area began operations on November 25th, 1995 under the name "Regional Headquarters - Laamu atoll, Kahdoo"