The project, contracted to SJ Construction Private Limited for a cost of USD 7.7 million, is part of a broader government initiative to support Dhidhdhoo’s growing population needs.

Led by the Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC), the development includes plans to reclaim approximately 71.8 hectares of land and construct a 1,500-meter runway, a passenger terminal, a fire station, and an airfield lighting system.

With a budget allocation of MVR 257.21 million, the project is expected to be financed through contractor funding to accommodate budgetary limitations.

The foundation stone for the Centre was laid on November 15, 1980, by then-Minister of Education, Honourable Mr. Mohamed Zahir Hussein.

This marked the start of efforts to expand secondary education within the Maldives, with the Centre being the seventh school of its kind in the country.

The introduction of English as the medium of instruction in 1998 and the launch of a science stream in 2000 were significant developments in the Centre’s educational offerings.

The project, undertaken by the Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC), is reported to be 90% complete and will include specialized facilities to support a range of academic and vocational programs.

All five members were from Maldives Democratic Party (MDP) [9] The culture of Haa Alif Dhidhdhoo has been shaped by various economic and social changes over the years, reflecting the island's rich history and the adaptive spirit of its people.

The island enjoyed direct trade and transportation links with Sri Lanka and India, which were profitable for local merchants.

This move forced local fishermen to seek alternative employment, with some taking on manual labor jobs in Malé, such as transporting sandbags, and others working on vessels based there.

This event significantly impacted the cultural landscape of Dhidhdhoo, as fishing had been a core part of the island’s identity.