The Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) has announced that a special event named 'Eid Haveeru 1446' will be held in the capital, Malé City to commemorate Eid-al-Fitr festivities this year.

In a statement released on Wednesday, MNDF highlighted that ‘Eid Haveeru 1446’ is a special event scheduled to be held in Malé on the evening of Eid al-Fitr to allow families to meet in a friendly environment, exchange Eid greetings, and spend time in a pleasant atmosphere as part of the Eid al-Fitr celebrations.

MNDF revealed that ‘Eid Haveeru 1446’ will be held in a large area designated for the event, starting from Sultan Park and including the Islamic Center grounds, Republic Square, and the Official Jetty area.

Highlighting that arrangements have been made for all families visiting the event to have seating areas and opportunities to participate in various games held as part of the Eid celebrations, MNDF added that there will be different entertainment items and Eid gift-giving as part of the event.

An invitation has been extended to all families to participate in the event, which is organized jointly by the Maldives National Defence Force, Maldives Police Service (MPS), and government-owned companies.

Further, MNDF revealed that the primary goal of organizing such an event in Malé City through the collaboration of government agencies is to bring together as many Maldivian families as possible in one place to foster a sense of community during this important Islamic occasion.

MNDF went on to reveal that the event aims to immerse children more deeply in the joy of Eid.

The statement also mentioned that it aims to revive the cherished traditions that Maldivians have upheld for centuries, such as gathering together, exchanging greetings, sharing entertainment, and exchanging gifts during Eid celebrations.

MNDF said that this year, the event will include several activities that children can enjoy, as well as beautiful presentations by various artists, sports activities, and memorable moments to meet special individuals.

‘Eid Haveeru 1446’ will be held from 4pm to 6pm on the evening of Eid al-Fitr. Arrangements have been made for families attending the event, allowing them to enter the designated area stretching from Sultan Park to the Republic Square.