Auditor General’s Office Proposes MVR 123 Million Budget for Next Year

The Auditor General’s Office has presented a budget proposal of MVR 123 million for the upcoming fiscal year. 

This figure marks an increase, with a rise of MVR 30 million from the current year’s budget of MVR 93 million.

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The primary driver behind this budget expansion is the relocation of the Auditor General’s Office. Formerly situated in the Ghazee Building, the office faced structural concerns due to its age, leading to its demolition. Subsequently, the Auditor General’s Office has been operating from a rented space.

Breaking down the proposed budget for the next year, MVR 82 million is designated for recurrent expenditure. This portion encompasses MVR 56 million for employee salaries and MVR 15 million for administrative services. 

An additional MVR 3 million has been marked for capital expenditure, while MVR 32 million is allocated for the Public Sector Investment Program (PSIP). A significant share of the PSIP funds is dedicated to the construction of a new office building in Hulhumale’.

Next year’s budget also includes a dependent allowance of MVR 10.4 million for employees of the Auditor General’s Office.

It is worth noting that the Auditor General’s Office’s budget will be presented separately to Parliament, distinct from the broader State budget.

The Maldives Trade Union Congress (MTUC), representing various workers’ associations, has been advocating for the government to pass the Industrial Relations Bill in Parliament, especially in the lead-up to this year’s presidential election. 

The bill’s primary objective is to promote and uphold the constitutionally guaranteed right of workers to establish associations and actively engage in the activities of such associations.