Opposition-led protest over housing flats ends in conflict and criticism

The opposition’s protest titled “Where is my flat?” held on Friday evening in capital Male’ resulted in clashes between civilians and authorities that led to injuries on both sides.

The protest, organised by Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) and People’s National Congress (PNC), was led by the leaders of both parties, and joined by several demonstrators demanding to nullify the state’s distribution of the Hiyaa Flats built in Hulhumale’ Phase Two.