In a major milestone for national security and governance, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has announced that police services are now operational in every inhabited island of the Maldives — a target achieved nearly two months ahead of schedule.
Speaking at a community meeting in L. Gamu as part of his ongoing tour of Laamu Atoll, the President confirmed that the final addition to the nationwide network was made in R. Rasgetheemu at 5:15 PM yesterday. “As of this evening, police services have been established in all inhabited islands of the Maldives,” President Muizzu declared, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to ensuring public safety and equitable law enforcement access across the nation.
The President reminded citizens that in his Presidential Address earlier this year, he had pledged to complete the establishment of police services in all islands before the end of 2025. “By Allah’s will, we have achieved this goal two months ahead of schedule,” he said proudly.
When President Muizzu took office on November 17, 2023, only 17 islands had police operating from dedicated facilities. Today, construction of new police buildings is underway in 63 islands, with contracts already signed for an additional 36 — bringing the total to 99 islands under active development. The government is also preparing to award contracts for 39 more islands within the month, pushing the total number of ongoing or planned projects to 138 islands by year’s end.
President Muizzu emphasized that his administration aims to establish dedicated police buildings in every inhabited island before the end of his term, describing it as an essential step toward strengthening the rule of law and enhancing service quality.
“When we assumed office, 66 islands had no police presence at all. This government views policing as a fundamental service — one that must be delivered to the highest standard,” the President said, noting that the project represents a cornerstone of his vision for a safer, more unified Maldives.
This achievement marks a defining moment in the Muizzu administration’s broader ‘National Unity and Security Initiative’, signaling the completion of a nationwide policing network that underscores the government’s dedication to decentralization, stability, and community protection.
