248 political appointees let go as of yesterday: Government

A total of 248 political appointees have been dismissed from various ministries as part of the government's efforts to reduce expenses, President's Office Spokesperson Heena Waleed has confirmed.

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu's decision to remove 228 political appointees within 15 days was announced on 15th September. While the deadline passed yesterday, Heena said as of yesterday, 248 employees were let go.