Gov’t to Activate Water Pipe by Year-End

The government has announced plans to make operational the water pipe connecting Malé, Hulhulé, and Hulhumalé via the Sinamalé Bridge by the end of this year.

Installed over five years ago to enhance water supply in the Malé region, the pipe has remained unused since its initial installation. The government is now working on establishing a pump station system to facilitate water delivery through the pipe.

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At a press conference held at the President’s Office yesterday, Environment Minister Thoriq Ibrahim explained that, despite being laid to ensure water security, the pipe’s ends were never connected to the existing water grid. Efforts are now underway to connect it to the Maldives Water and Sewerage Company (MWSC)’s Hulhumalé and Malé pump stations.

“The government has decided to make the pipe a reliable source for water supply,” Thoriq stated. He confirmed that the pump is expected to be operational by the end of this year.

Once the work is completed, Thoriq indicated that water security in Malé would be significantly enhanced. “If more water is required in Malé, it will be pumped from Hulhumalé. Conversely, water can also be pumped from Malé to Hulhumalé,” he explained.

In addition to Malé and Hulhumalé, substantial water storage facilities have been established in Villimalé, Gulhifalhu, and Thilafushi.

The installation of the water pipe within the Sinamalé Bridge cost the government approximately USD 200,000. Last July, MWSC announced that it had begun preparations to make the water pipe operational, with the capacity to supply around 800 tonnes of water per hour between Malé and Hulhumalé.