Public opinion sought over second stage of outer road work

MTCC has announced that they are seeking public opinion regarding Phase 2 of the Boduthakurufaanu Magu North Side Development Project.

The project covers the road starting from the Fish Market up to the North Harbor. The road will be expanded along with asphalt being laid.

MTCC said that they are opening the project to public feedback to ensure whether it is being done in line with the public expectations and attaining sustainable development goals. 

The survey asks what kind of benefits the project would bring about, along with the difficulties that would arise due to the road closure and what can be done to minimize said difficulties. MTCC also asks what kind of use will be seen with the area surrounding Phase 2 of the project.

Project details:

MTCC has not disclosed the starting date of the project. 

Phase 1 of the project currently sees laying of asphalt from the Presidential Jetty until the Fish Market, with it being close to completion.

The project has an estimated cost of MVR 144 million, with 455 days being spent on it. The project started in mid-August with it being split into different stages and the road near Fish Market being closed. 

As per Minister of Construction, Housing and Infrastructure Dr. Abdulla Muththalib regarding the project, it is the beginning of the government's most important work to find a solution for the adverse effects of congested traffic in Male'.