BML Donates 300 Bicycles to Support Health and Sustainability Initiatives Across 6 Islands

In a move to promote healthier lifestyles and sustainable transportation in island communities, Bank of Maldives (BML) has donated 300 bicycles to teenagers aged 14 to 17 across six islands in the Maldives. This initiative, coordinated in collaboration with local NGOs, aims to foster fitness and environmental consciousness by offering eco-friendly transportation to young residents.

The bicycles, distributed through partnerships with dedicated community organizations, will benefit youths from the islands of HA. Dhidhoo, B. Eydhafushi, K. Maafushi, N. Manadhoo, M. Mulah, and Vilimale’. These NGOs, including Dhidhoo Kurimagu, West Wings, New Star Sports Club, Chester, Community Empowerment Linkage, and Save the Beach, each played a key role in identifying recipients and distributing bicycles within their respective communities.

Cycling as a means of local transport aligns with the Maldives’ broader sustainability goals, particularly as the island nation seeks to reduce its carbon footprint and lessen reliance on motorized vehicles. In recent years, there has been a push within communities to promote low-impact travel options, and this initiative by BML serves to further reinforce these efforts. Cycling is not only a zero-emission alternative to other modes of transport but also a way to support physical well-being among young people.

This latest donation from Bank of Maldives reflects the bank’s dedication to community development projects that address social, health, and environmental needs across the Maldives. BML has previously initiated and supported numerous community programs, and this bicycle donation is seen as another step in the bank’s commitment to uplifting communities and inspiring sustainable practices among Maldivians.