The Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) has revised its approach to the ongoing redevelopment of Bodu Thakurufaanu Magu, announcing that all remaining road segments will now be asphalted simultaneously in a bid to accelerate completion.
The decision marks a shift from the earlier plan, which prioritised completing individual sections one at a time.
Unified Approach to Speed Up Completion
Previously, tarring works were set to begin with Segment 5 — stretching from the Henveiru Ferry Terminal to the FSM Building — before moving on to other areas. However, with footpath construction currently underway in that section and steady progress achieved across the remaining segments, MTCC has opted for a consolidated rollout.
Senior Project Manager Sharvas Abdulla Faiz said preparations across the unfinished portions are already well advanced, allowing for a coordinated approach to final paving works.
“We are now planning to carry out tarring across all remaining segments at once, with the aim of completing and reopening the road by next month,” he said.
Major Infrastructure Works Near Completion
According to MTCC, critical groundwork has progressed significantly, including seawall (keywall) construction and the upgrading of water and sewerage networks.
Piling work is also underway, with around half of the required 522 sheet piles already installed.
Managing Disruption During Works
Officials said efforts are being made to minimise inconvenience to the public. The road is expected to remain accessible to pedestrians for most of the construction period, with temporary closures only during active asphalt laying.
Expanding Capacity in a Key Transport Corridor
The third phase of the project covers Segments 2 to 5 of Phase 1, spanning approximately 700 metres from the Izzuddeen Jetty to the Henveiru Ferry Terminal. The upgrade also includes the rehabilitation of 610 metres of seawall.
A major feature of the redesign is the widening of the road by around six metres, aimed at easing congestion in one of the capital’s busiest transport corridors, which serves ferries, speedboats and cargo vessels.
New Parking Area to Address Congestion
One of the most significant additions will be a newly reclaimed area within Segment 3, measuring roughly 98 metres by 28 metres. This space is being developed into a dedicated parking zone capable of accommodating up to 500 motorcycles.
Officials say the expanded parking capacity is expected to play a key role in reducing traffic pressure in the area, particularly during peak hours.
