President Calls for Stronger Public Safety Measures

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has called for stronger public safety measures, including improved road safety initiatives, following the deaths of two young children in separate accidents.

In a post on X, President Muizzu expressed condolences to the families of a child who died from injuries sustained in a road accident two days earlier and another child who died after falling from a building on Tuesday.

While mourning the two deaths, the President said preventing sudden and potentially fatal incidents on roads and in residential buildings is a collective national and humanitarian responsibility.

With particular concern over road safety, President Muizzu called for coordinated awareness programmes and safety audits of roads to help identify and address hazards before they result in serious injuries or deaths. He urged the government, private sector, civil society organisations and members of the public to make public safety a priority.

Road safety remains an important concern in the Maldives, particularly in the densely populated capital, Malé, where large numbers of motorcycles, cars and pedestrians share a limited road network. Congested streets, frequent motorcycle use and interactions between vehicles and pedestrians make adherence to traffic regulations and responsible road use essential.

The President also highlighted safety risks in high-rise buildings, calling for greater attention to windows, balconies and railings. He urged property managers and families to take proactive measures to protect children, persons with disabilities and people with special needs.

President Muizzu stressed that safety cannot be ensured through government action alone and called for cooperation among authorities, businesses, civil society groups and citizens.

He concluded his message by praying for the safety and security of Maldivian families and the wider community.