The final bridge segment connecting the Maldivian capital Male with Villingili island has been officially set in place, marking a major milestone in the India-funded connectivity project.
Honoured to have launched this project during my tenure as Foreign Minister. Former Maldives Foreign Minister Abdullah Shahid has also hailed the milestone in the India-funded connectivity project. The Maldives–India friendship is built on trust and shared progress. This link is a symbol of that commitment and of India’s support for Maldives’ development,” Mr. Shahid posted on X. Mr. Jaishankar for their role in the project.
The precast segments of the Thilamale Bridge superstructure will reach a height of 8.177 metres, according to the Commission.
Shahid also expressed “deep appreciation” to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister (EAM) S.
The Indian High Commission in the Maldives earlier stated that this bridge, initiated during former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih’s administration, features the tallest precast segments of any bridge in the world. “A major milestone for the Greater Malé Connectivity Project today!
India has maintained that the Maldives is its key maritime neighbour and an important partner in the ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy and Vision ‘MAHASAGAR’ i.e. Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions.
