India-Backed Hanimadhoo Airport Nears Completion

Nearly 68 per cent of Maldives' Hanimadhoo International Airport, funded by India's Line of Credit, is complete. The project includes a significant runway, passenger terminal, and jet fuel storage. Expected to finish by November, the endeavor boosts tourism and economic activities in northern Maldives, solidifying India-Maldives ties.

Maldives has announced that almost 68 per cent of the Hanimadhoo International Airport, built with Indian assistance, is now complete. This project is anticipated to have a transformative impact on the entire northern region of the archipelagic nation.

The Ministry of Infrastructure stated that 67.5 per cent of the construction on Hanimadhoo International Airport — funded with a MVR 800 million Line of Credit by the Indian government — is complete and progressing steadily.

"India's GMC was awarded the project in September. The airport expansion includes a 2.7-kilometre runway, a 1.3 million-passenger terminal, and a jet fuel storage facility. According to the Infrastructure Ministry, 97 per cent of the 2,400-meter runway and apron is now finished, with the completed section already in use. The entire project is expected to be completed by November," reported news portal TruthMV.com.

(With inputs from agencies.)