Vehicle caps for Greater Male’ to be determined by next April

Sep 9, 2026, 9:07 AM
A police officer on traffic duty -- Photo: Police

A police officer on traffic duty -- Photo: Police

The new Land Transport Act mandates that the maximum number of vehicles allowed to be registered and operated in the Greater Male' area must be determined by April 2027.

According to the new legislation ratified last week, the carrying capacity for Male' is to be established by the Greater Male' Transport and Mobility Office. This office will function under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Transport.

The Act, which is set to come into effect on October 1, stipulates that the carrying capacity for the capital region must be finalized within six months of its commencement. This deadline falls in April 2027.

The law further requires the Greater Male' Transport and Mobility Office to conduct relevant research and submit its findings to the National Road Safety Council for approval. Additionally, the determined carrying capacity must be publicly announced at least six months before it becomes legally enforceable.

Furthermore, the Act mandates the formation of a National Road Safety Council within 30 days of the law taking effect. The council will be composed of the Minister of Transport, the Attorney General, the Minister of Homeland Security and Technology, the Minister of Housing, Land and Urban Development, and the Commissioner of Police.

The primary responsibilities of this council include advising the President on the formulation of national transport policies and providing guidance to the Minister on developing transport strategies.

In addition, the legislation requires the establishment of a Road Safety and Traffic Management Advisory Committee. This committee, to be formed by the Minister of Transport, will be tasked with assisting the Minister on various regulatory and management matters.

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