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To commemorate the 900th anniversary of the Maldives embracing Islam and National Heritage Day, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu attended a ceremony held on the night of 12 September 2026 at Hulhumalé Central Park, where the logo and slogan for a year-long special program were unveiled, and the establishment of 'Maldives Awqaf Investments Limited' was announced. Furthermore, an agreement was signed on 12 September 2026 with Saudi Arabia's Al Rajhi Company to construct the Sultan Muhammad Ibn Abdullah Grand Mosque and Islamic Civilization Centre in Hulhumalé. Additionally, at the newly introduced Engineers Award 2026, Dr. Furqan Ibrahim was named Engineer of the Year, while Lifetime Achievement Awards were conferred upon Abdul Shakoor Solih, and in memory of the late Ahmed Mahureen and the late Mohamed Rasheed. Meanwhile, the HA. Dhidhdhoo Council has urged that children should not be outdoors without a guardian after 9:00 pm.
The historic occasion of the 900th anniversary of the Maldives embracing Islam was colorfully celebrated on September 12, 2026. In this ceremony held to mark the 900th anniversary of the event where the Maldives embraced Islam in the Hijri year 548, emphasis was placed on the importance of maintaining the religious unity and solidarity of Maldivians. It was also noted that our ancestors stood firm in the supreme guidance of Islam over the past nine centuries, and the occasion urged the continuation of upholding those principles in the future as well. Furthermore, activities to revive and promote Islamic values were carried out at the national level and across various sectors in connection with this historic occasion.
To begin the practical work on the large mosque planned to be built in Hulhumalé, the land designated for the mosque was officially handed over to the Al Rajhi company on Saturday, 12 September 2026. This project is an important effort to construct a spacious, modern mosque that will facilitate prayers and various religious activities with ease for the residents of Hulhumalé. Following the handover of the land, the Al Rajhi company will proceed with the construction phases in accordance with the established plan.
The island council of HA. Dhidhdhoo expressed concern on 12 September 2026 over an increasing number of children loitering outside during late night hours. The council noted that such occurrences could adversely affect the safety and conduct of the children. Therefore, the council has appealed to parents to reduce the time children spend outside at night and to pay special attention to the safety of their children.
On 12 September 2026, an incident came to light where an employee in the telecommunications sector climbed atop a telecom tower and tied themselves up. Following this incident, relevant security authorities and emergency response teams mobilized to the area and began efforts to safely bring the individual down. While the official reason why the employee climbed the tower and tied themselves up has not yet been disclosed, authorities are currently investigating matters related to the incident.
On Saturday, September 12, 2026, in connection with the commemoration of National Heritage Day, the importance of preserving and protecting the nation's valuable historical and cultural heritage was highlighted. The primary objective of marking this day is to raise awareness to preserve the rich history, historical monuments, and cultural traditions of Maldivians and transmit them to future generations. In addition, strengthening national-level efforts to protect heritage and placing importance on the safe upkeep of such sites and artifacts were emphasized in connection with this day.
At a special ceremony held on Saturday, September 12, 2026, the "Engineer of the Year" and "Lifetime Award" were presented to individuals who have achieved notable accomplishments in the engineering field. These awards are significant honors granted in recognition of the service of individuals who have made valuable contributions to advancing the field. Among them, the Lifetime Award was dedicated to those who have served the engineering sector for a long period and provided remarkable assistance. The main objective of presenting such awards is to encourage professionals active in the sector and to promote the further strengthening of engineering work.