Police have called on the opposition to ensure the demonstration planned for tonight is held in line with laws, and warned that responding officers would immediately halt the demonstration if participants fail to comply. 

Tonight's demonstration is organized by the 'Gaumee Harakaaiy' [National Movement] formed to protest against the government's proposed Rasmale' project with UAE's Eagle Hills. 

In a statement issued today regarding the demonstration, Police stated that, as of now, no entities have shared with them information regarding the safety and protection of individuals joining the demonstration or possible disruption to traffic and pedestrians. 

Hence, police called for the demonstration to be held in locations where gatherings without prior authorization are permitted in law, and to ensure it does not inconvenience the public. 

Police stated that any unlawful actions during the demonstration will immediately be stopped, and appropriate action will be taken. 

The National Movement has been holding daily gatherings at the Artificial Beach over the past days. 

The movement is led by former Home Minister Imran Abdulla, with opposition parties MDP and PNF also joining. 

MDP has also announced that if the government does not hold a public referendum on the project, the party will initiate direct action, including street protests.

Meanwhile, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has dismissed opposition claims about the Rasmale' project as baseless and untrue, and assured that the project only presents benefits to the people of Maldives. He has also stated that no public referendum will be held on the matter.