Maavashu MP Ahmed Shakir has formally addressed a letter to the Speaker of the People’s Majlis, Abdul Raheem Abdulla, calling for the disclosure of details regarding Public Sector Investment Program (PSIP) projects included in the state budget.
In the letter, Shakir shared concerns regarding the proposed state budget for 2027.
The MP highlighted that since 2024, the budget book has omitted detailed breakdowns of projects by island, creating difficulties for lawmakers in identifying the specific budgets and expenditures allocated to their constituencies. He noted that this lack of transparency hinders the ability to effectively monitor developmental work being carried out across various islands.
Examining the PSIP budget figures, MVR 8.2 billion has been proposed for 2027. Reviewing data from previous years, although MVR 12.4 was approved for 2025, actual expenditure stood at MVR 8.6 billion. Similarly, while MVR 8.3 billion was approved for 2026, current estimates suggest only MVR 6.5 billion will be spent. These figures indicate a discrepancy between the budgets allocated for projects and the actual expenditure.
Shakir expressed particular concern regarding projects in Laamu, Kunahandhoo and Hithadhoo, which fall within the Maavashu constituency. He pointed out that physical work on the water and sewerage system in Kunahandhoo has yet to commence.
He raised a formal complaint regarding these delays, noting that by law, such services must be completed across all Maldivian islands by the end of 2027. Furthermore, the letter stated that although half of the water and sewerage work in Hithadhoo has been completed, the project has remained at a standstill over the past few years.
In his letter to the Speaker, Shakir requested the disclosure of key information. This includes a breakdown of how PSIP projects are distributed across islands from 2024 to 2027, as well as the budgetary allocations and progress updates for the projects in Kunahandhoo and Hithadhoo. The MP emphasised that this information is essential for the sake of his constituents' rights.
