The ceremony commenced with the symbolic handover of 72 vehicles from the government of India to the Ministry of Defence of the Maldives.
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During the ongoing official visit, His Excellency President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and the Prime Minister of India, His Excellency Shri Narendra Modi, jointly officiated the virtual inauguration of several major development projects, further strengthening the longstanding partnership between the Maldives and India.
The ceremony commenced with the symbolic handover of 72 vehicles from the government of India to the Ministry of Defence of the Maldives. President Dr Muizzu and Prime Minister Modi participated in a ceremonial key handover, following a short video presentation showcasing the vehicles and their significance.
The leaders also commemorated the ceremonial handover of 4,000 housing units financed under the government of India’s Buyer’s Credit facility. Of these, 700 units had already been officially handed over during President Dr Muizzu’s state visit to India in October 2024. A video presentation on the housing project preceded the virtual handover.
The event further featured the virtual inauguration of the Addu Roads Project, a major infrastructure initiative funded through the government of India’s Line of Credit. The project is expected to significantly improve road safety and connectivity in Addu City.
Reinforcing development at the community level, the leaders inaugurated six High Impact Community Development Projects (HICDPs), financed through grant assistance from India.
These include:
The Maldives and India have long enjoyed close developmental ties, marked by mutual respect and cooperation. The inauguration of these transformative projects during the official visit of Prime Minister Modi not only underscores the continued commitment of both nations to deepening bilateral relations, but also reflects the tangible benefits of this partnership for the Maldivian people. From housing and infrastructure to community-focused initiatives, these developments stand as a testament to the shared vision for sustainable growth, improved livelihoods, and strengthened regional connectivity between the Maldives and India.
