The third batch of the National Service Programme has left for training today. 

The National Service Programme is aimed at youth aged between 16 and 28 years. 

In a post shared on social media today, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu announced that 84 recruits signed up for the third batch of the skills training course under the National Service Programme, which was launched to build a generation of youth who are responsible, disciplined and strong in faith. 

The President said that youth from 44 islands across 17 atolls are participating in this training at the MNDF's School of Engineering and Logistics in B. Kihaadhoo. These include 64 boys and 20 girls. 

The National Service Programme was first announced by President Muizzu at the Victory Day ceremony in 2024. 

The President said at the time that more recruits are needed to develop MNDF in line with his vision. 

Every participant of the National Service Programme is provided with a monthly allowance of MVR 6000.