New Powerhouse and Customs Service Building Project Launched in Dhangethi

A contract has been signed for the construction of a new powerhouse, a customs service building, and a perimeter wall for the powerhouse in Dhangethi. The project, valued at over MVR 14 million, has been awarded to Altec Maldives Private Limited and is scheduled for completion within 330 days.

The agreement was formally signed during a ceremony held at the head office of the State Electric Company (STELCO). Representing STELCO, Managing Director Hussain Fahmy signed the contract alongside Altec Maldives' General Manager, Hussain Tasmeen.

Speaking at the event, STELCO’s Managing Director Fahmy highlighted the urgent need for enhanced infrastructure in Dhangethi, describing it as a rapidly developing island with a flourishing local tourism sector. “With the number of guesthouses increasing and electricity consumption rising daily, Dhangethi is clearly in need of a modern powerhouse,” Fahmy said. He noted that once the new powerhouse is completed and operational—expected in around a year and a half—the island’s residents will benefit from improved and more comprehensive electricity services.

Also present at the signing was the Member of Parliament for Dhangethi constituency, Abdullah Rashee, who expressed optimism and gratitude. Calling the occasion a “very happy day” for the people of Dhangethi, Rashee remarked that the current powerhouse’s location has posed challenges for nearby residents and guesthouse operators. “Today, with this agreement, we see a light at the end of the tunnel,” he said. Rashee also extended appreciation to President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu for prioritizing the project and expediting the necessary steps, and to the Dhangethi Council and its President for securing land for the new facility amid a land scarcity.

Dhangethi Council President Muaviyath Rasheed echoed similar sentiments, underlining the significance of the project for local development. “This is something the people of Dhangethi greatly needed,” he said, noting that the current powerhouse has restricted development in its vicinity. Rasheed expressed hope that the new facility will alleviate longstanding issues and open up new opportunities for residents and businesses alike.

The launch of this project is seen as a pivotal moment for Dhangethi, reinforcing the government’s commitment to supporting infrastructure growth in key localities across the Maldives.