‘Viavathi Raajje’ conference to kick off at L. Gan on Saturday

The President’s Office, on Sunday, has revealed that the third edition of ‘Viavathi Raajje’ conference is set to begin on Saturday.

This is the second Viavathi conference of this year. It is set to kick off on Saturday at L. Gan, and continute till next week’s Monday.

The conference this time will see the participation of over 250 people to include southern atolls’ (Dhaalu, Thaa, Laamu, Gaafu Alifu, Gaafu Dhaalu, Fuvahmulah City and Addu City) mayors, members of atoll and island councils, members of Women’s Development Committees, cabinet ministers, senior offcials from government authorities and technical staff.

The President’ Office said that four main topics will be discussed at the conference; fiscal autonomy of local councils, forumation of land-use plans, equality and social welfare.

A sports festival will be held on Saturday evening at L. Gan as part of conference similar to previous editions, to build rapport amongst participants. 

Viavathi is conference series hosted by President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih for the newly elected local councils and Women’s Development Committees.

The conference was last held in May of this year, at AA. Ukulhas.