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Petition Launched to Block Bill Granting Government Power Over Council Lands
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Petition Launched to Block Bill Granting Government Power Over Council Lands

A petition has been launched against proposed amendments to the Decentralization Act that would allow the government to unilaterally seize land from island and city councils for development projects. Introduced by MP Abdul Hannan Abubakar, the bill also adds a mandatory code of conduct forcing councilors to fully cooperate with the government. Critics argue the bill destroys the spirit of local governance, leaving councils stripped of jurisdiction.

Election-Period Hiring Drive Pushes HDC Wage Bill to Record High
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Election-Period Hiring Drive Pushes HDC Wage Bill to Record High

A massive recruitment drive by HDC ahead of the April council elections pushed monthly employee expenditure to an unprecedented 40.8 million MVR by June 2026. Official RTI data reveals staff numbers swelled to 2,410 workers—far exceeding levels under the previous administration—creating an annual wage burden exceeding 400 million MVR. The surge comes as the PCB mandates a 33 percent workforce reduction across state enterprises.

Opposition Demands Main Street for Cost-of-Living Protest
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Opposition Demands Main Street for Cost-of-Living Protest

The opposition MDP is demanding access to Majeedhee Magu for a major cost-of-living protest this Thursday, rejecting outer-road alternatives as ineffective "fancy parades." The party, protesting soaring dollar rates and goods prices, insists they will only march on the capital's main commercial hub, despite police blocking their three previous attempts. Activist Anwar Ibrahim stated the location is essential to ensure the public actually hears their grievances.