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Decentralization Committee 17th meeting of the year 2026

27 Oct 2026 Number M20/M/LM/2026/17

Summary

In today's meeting, the committee reviewed matters submitted to the committee. First, the committee discussed issue submitted by Hdh. Hirimaradhoo Council regarding moving citizens of Hdh. Hirimaradhoo to a developed Island under population consolidation policy. After discussion, Ungoofaaru Constituency Member Ibrahim Shifaz proposed to get recent updates from relevant authorities regarding the issue. This was seconded by Vilifushi Constituency Member Hassan Waheed. When put to a vote, this proposal was passed by the majority of the members presented and participated in the vote.

Regarding the same issue, Keyodhoo Constituency Member Mohamed Niushad proposed to send a letter to The President’s Office, Local Government Authority and Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprise to get recent updates and requesting to indicate when will get a solution to the issue. This was seconded by North Hithadhoo Constituency Member Abdulla Sodiq. When put to a vote, this proposal was not passed.

 

Second, the committee reviewed the issue submitted regarding no decision made on holding Local Council Election in HDh. Hirimiradhoo and the challenges that may arise if the elections are over when Hdh. Hirimaradhoo citizens move to HDh.Hanimaadhoo. Since The president’s resolution already gave a solution to the issue, Ungoofaaru Constituency Member Ibrahim Shifaz proposed that there is no further need to proceed with this matter and that the case be filed. The proposal was seconded by North Henveyru Constituency Member Ahmed Aifaan. When put to a vote, this proposal was passed by the majority of the members presented and participated in the vote.

Regarding the same issue, Keyodhoo Constituency Member Mohamed Niushad proposed to meet relevant authorities to get recent updates. This was seconded by North Hithadhoo Constituency Member Abdulla Sodiq. When put to a vote, this proposal was not passed.


Third, Committee discussed letter sent from South Huvadhu Atoll Council regarding request to amend law to extend privileges and allowance to Councilors after end of their term. After discussion, Vilifushi Constituency Member Hassan Waheed proposed to send the case to Public Accounts Committee as it falls under their mandate.


Attendance

Ahmed Aifan

North Henveyru

Present

Ahmed Xamyr

Central Mahchangolhi

Present

Ibrahim Shifaz

Ungoofaaru

Present

Yaaseen Abdulla

Naifaru

Present

Abdul Rahman

Addu Meedhoo

Present

Mohamed Niushad

Keyodhoo

Present

Ahmed Aslam

Bilehdhoo

Present

Fathimath Sauda

Nilandhoo

Present

Hassan Waheed

Vilifushi

Present

Ibrahim Didi

Kolamaafushi

Present

Abdulla Sodig

North Hithadhoo

Present

Votes

Vote Details

Ahmed Xamyr

Central Mahchangolhi

Chairperson

Ahmed Aifan

North Henveyru

Yes

Ibrahim Shifaz

Ungoofaaru

Proposed By
Yes

Yaaseen Abdulla

Naifaru

Yes

Abdul Rahman

Addu Meedhoo

Yes

Mohamed Niushad

Keyodhoo

No

Ahmed Aslam

Bilehdhoo

Yes

Fathimath Sauda

Nilandhoo

Yes

Hassan Waheed

Vilifushi

Seconded By
Yes

Ibrahim Didi

Kolamaafushi

Yes

Abdulla Sodig

North Hithadhoo

No
Total
11
Yes
8
Voted
10
Present
11
No
2
Not Voted
0
Eligible
10
Abstain
0
Vote Required
5
Total
11
Present
11
Eligible
10
Yes
8
No
2
Abstain
0
Voted
10
Not Voted
0
Vote Required
5

Vote Details

Ahmed Xamyr

Central Mahchangolhi

Chairperson

Ahmed Aifan

North Henveyru

No

Ibrahim Shifaz

Ungoofaaru

No

Yaaseen Abdulla

Naifaru

No

Abdul Rahman

Addu Meedhoo

No

Mohamed Niushad

Keyodhoo

Proposed By
Yes

Ahmed Aslam

Bilehdhoo

No

Fathimath Sauda

Nilandhoo

No

Hassan Waheed

Vilifushi

No

Ibrahim Didi

Kolamaafushi

No

Abdulla Sodig

North Hithadhoo

Seconded By
Yes
Total
11
Yes
2
Voted
10
Present
11
No
8
Not Voted
0
Eligible
10
Abstain
0
Vote Required
5
Total
11
Present
11
Eligible
10
Yes
2
No
8
Abstain
0
Voted
10
Not Voted
0
Vote Required
5

Vote Details

Ahmed Xamyr

Central Mahchangolhi

Chairperson
Yes

Ahmed Aifan

North Henveyru

Seconded By
Yes

Ibrahim Shifaz

Ungoofaaru

Proposed By
Yes

Yaaseen Abdulla

Naifaru

Yes

Abdul Rahman

Addu Meedhoo

Yes

Mohamed Niushad

Keyodhoo

No

Ahmed Aslam

Bilehdhoo

Yes

Fathimath Sauda

Nilandhoo

Yes

Hassan Waheed

Vilifushi

Yes

Ibrahim Didi

Kolamaafushi

Yes

Abdulla Sodig

North Hithadhoo

No
Total
11
Yes
9
Voted
11
Present
11
No
2
Not Voted
0
Eligible
10
Abstain
0
Vote Required
5
Total
11
Present
11
Eligible
10
Yes
9
No
2
Abstain
0
Voted
11
Not Voted
0
Vote Required
5

Vote Details

Ahmed Xamyr

Central Mahchangolhi

Chairperson

Ahmed Aifan

North Henveyru

No

Ibrahim Shifaz

Ungoofaaru

No

Yaaseen Abdulla

Naifaru

No

Abdul Rahman

Addu Meedhoo

No

Mohamed Niushad

Keyodhoo

Proposed By
Yes

Ahmed Aslam

Bilehdhoo

No

Fathimath Sauda

Nilandhoo

No

Hassan Waheed

Vilifushi

No

Ibrahim Didi

Kolamaafushi

No

Abdulla Sodig

North Hithadhoo

Seconded By
Yes
Total
11
Yes
2
Voted
10
Present
11
No
8
Not Voted
0
Eligible
10
Abstain
0
Vote Required
5
Total
11
Present
11
Eligible
10
Yes
2
No
8
Abstain
0
Voted
10
Not Voted
0
Vote Required
5

Vote Details

Ahmed Xamyr

Central Mahchangolhi

Chairperson

Ahmed Aifan

North Henveyru

Yes

Ibrahim Shifaz

Ungoofaaru

Seconded By
Yes

Yaaseen Abdulla

Naifaru

Yes

Abdul Rahman

Addu Meedhoo

Yes

Mohamed Niushad

Keyodhoo

Absent

Ahmed Aslam

Bilehdhoo

Yes

Fathimath Sauda

Nilandhoo

Yes

Hassan Waheed

Vilifushi

Proposed By
Yes

Ibrahim Didi

Kolamaafushi

Yes

Abdulla Sodig

North Hithadhoo

Absent
Total
11
Yes
8
Voted
8
Present
9
No
0
Not Voted
0
Eligible
8
Abstain
0
Vote Required
5
Total
11
Present
9
Eligible
8
Yes
8
No
0
Abstain
0
Voted
8
Not Voted
0
Vote Required
5

Works

11 Oct 2026

To review issues submitted to the committee

Ongoing

Attendance Summary

  • Present
    11
  • Absent
    00
  • Simultaneous Committee
    00
  • Sick Leave
    00
  • Leave
    00
  • Official
    00
  • Attendance Not Required
    00

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