President Muizzu Directs Accelerated Public Transport Reforms as Malé City Council Prepares 99 New Vehicles

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has directed the government to accelerate reforms in the public transport sector, with 99 vehicles purchased by the Malé City Council set to be introduced. According to information received from the President's Office, the 99 vehicles bought by the Malé City Council as part of the public transport reforms are to be introduced, and public transport is to be made convenient for the public. The Mayor of the Malé City Council said the 99 vehicles, purchased at a cost of MVR 500 million, will be put into operation to provide safe, comfortable, affordable and accessible public transport. The Mayor stated that the reforms are being made to improve public transport in Malé and to reduce traffic congestion, so that those who depend on public transport can travel more easily. It was stated that the public transport reforms are to be carried out by the Malé City Council together with the relevant institutions. According to the Mayor, the buses will be introduced on planned routes after the necessary arrangements are completed, and the service will be designed so that the public can use it conveniently. The Mayor stated that the public transport system must be based on “safety, comfort, affordability and accessibility.” He added that, under the reforms being implemented, public transport should become more efficient and should serve the public better. The President's Office directed the Malé City Council and the relevant institutions to work together so that the reforms in the public transport sector can be accelerated. It said that the 99 vehicles should be introduced without delay and that the aim of the reforms is to make public transport an easier option for the public.