With the issues relating to the roads of the city worsening over time, it has become one of the focal points of each administration to address and resolve the several key issues that are faced by the citizens when it comes to the roads of Male' City.
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One of the biggest challenges faced by both drivers and pedestrians in Malé City is the condition of its roads. Whether under the scorching sun or heavy rain, navigating the city's streets remains a constant struggle. During the rainy season, flooding renders many roads nearly unusable, while at other times, severe congestion leads to frustrating delays. Despite Malé’s small size, traffic bottlenecks can significantly impact daily commutes. Adding to these difficulties are the uneven road surfaces and numerous potholes, which make driving and walking an ongoing challenge for residents and visitors alike.
With the issues relating to the roads of the city worsening over time, it has become one of the focal points of each administration to address and resolve the several key issues that are faced by the citizens when it comes to the roads of Male' City. In the latest efforts to improve the Male' City road networks, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu announced that work on Boduthakurufaanu Magu, the city's vital marine drive, will commence after the holy month of Ramadan. Although this is not the first time that the worsening conditions of Boduthakurufaanu Magu are being addressed, as former President Abdulla Yameen had also completed a large portion of the road re-development by covering the roads with tar, the stretch between the Hulhumale' Ferry Terminal to Rasfannu remained paved.
As this portion of the road remained incomplete, drivers continued to face uneven road conditions, leading to the current administration's decision to fully conclude the project to improve urban infrastructure. With this, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu announced that following the month of Ramadan, the administration is aiming to enhance the remainder of the road surface by laying tar over the sections that remain paved - a move that many hope will improve the overall driving and road conditions.
Providing additional details regarding the road development plans, President Dr Muizzu also noted that this portion of the project will be carried out in partnership with the Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC). The project will also see the widening of the street to accommodate additional lanes, going in each direction, and that part of the lagoon will be reclaimed during the process through sheet piling to accommodate to the project.
