Hulhumalé Phase 2 to Get 500-Bed Multispecialty Hospital by Mid-Year

The Maldives is set to significantly expand its healthcare capacity with the groundbreaking of a 500-bed multispecialty hospital in Hulhumalé Phase 2 scheduled for mid-2024. The project, a central pledge from President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s annual address, aims to establish a comprehensive medical hub to serve the growing population of the reclaimed city. Speaking during a weekly press conference at the President’s Office, President Muizzu confirmed that technical and financial arrangements are currently being finalized. The project is being pursued through international cooperation, with construction plans already submitted under the Indian Line of Credit (LOC). A primary focus of the new facility will be the introduction of advanced oncology services. The hospital will feature a dedicated cancer treatment system and a radiation chamber, reducing the need for patients to travel abroad for critical care. Furthermore, the facility will house specialized departments for pediatrics and gynecology, offering a broad spectrum of care for women and children. According to the government, the hospital will provide essential services including family planning, neonatal care for premature babies, and the management of rare childhood diseases. It will also integrate advanced fertility treatments, such as IUI and IVF, alongside critical screening programs for breast and cervical cancer. Ibrahim Abdul Razzaq Haleem, CEO of the Male' City Group of Hospitals, stated that proposals are being actively reviewed and expressed confidence that the facility will be fully operational within the current presidential term. Once completed, the multispecialty hospital will be the first full-scale medical institution in Hulhumalé Phase 2. It will supplement the existing clinic operated by Hulhumalé Hospital and a planned general practitioner (GP) clinic, marking a transformative shift in the accessibility of specialized healthcare for residents in the region.