Dhiraagu has dedicated the December page of its 2025 calendar to Maldivian fishing, shining a spotlight on the nation’s deep cultural and economic bond with the sea and its traditional fisheries. The company has also released a special accompanying video that celebrates the skill, resilience and maritime legacy of Maldivian fishermen.
The video highlights how generations of Dhivehi seafarers crafted their own vessels to brave the open ocean and mastered the art of catching skipjack tuna, one of the fastest species in the sea. It further showcases the range of tuna and reef fish species harvested in local waters through sustainable pole and line fishing, a hallmark of the Maldives fisheries sector and a globally recognised model of responsible, low impact fishing.
The 2025 calendar carries the theme “Minivankan Mathee Abadhah” (Forever Independent), developed to mark 60 years of Maldivian independence. Each month features a national symbol that reflects the country’s unique culture, heritage and traditions, with December reserved for the fishing industry that has sustained Maldivian communities for centuries and continues to underpin food security and livelihoods across the islands.
Through the calendar and the new video, Dhiraagu aims to revive interest in Dhivehi traditions while also educating younger generations about the history, values and practices that define the Maldivian national identity. The company says it will continue to support initiatives that promote cultural preservation and raise awareness of the Maldives’ proud fishing heritage as the nation looks to the future.
