Kulhudhuffushi City Council Inaugurates First-Ever Tourism Advisory Board

MV+ News Desk | July 2, 2025
Nine-member Tourism Advisory Board | Photo: Kulhudhuffushi City Council

The Kulhudhuffushi City Council has officially inaugurated its first nine-member Tourism Advisory Board, aiming to advance local tourism development in the region.

The Council established the board as part of a broader strategy to enhance community engagement in local projects and to seek expert guidance in shaping tourism-related policy decisions. The Tourism Advisory Board is the first of several volunteer advisory boards that the Council plans to establish to ensure inclusive and informed decision-making.

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This move aligns with the Council’s 2025 work plan, which prioritises initiatives to attract local tourism to Kulhudhuffushi. With the anticipated opening of Hanimaadhoo International Airport, the Council aims to ensure the island is prepared to welcome tourists and enable locals to benefit from the economic opportunities the industry offers.

The board was inaugurated at a special ceremony held at Lagundi Maalimi Maalam. During the event, members formally signed their acknowledgements, held their inaugural meeting, and elected a Vice Chairperson. The Chairperson had previously been appointed through a resolution passed during the Council’s general meeting.

Composition of the Tourism Advisory Board

The board comprises nine members, including two City Council members, one administrative staff member, and six representatives from the general public:

  • Chairperson: Deputy Mayor Ali Ahmad
  • Vice Chairperson: Abdul Latheef Mohamed (Bonthi), HDh. Kulhudhuffushi
  • Members:
    • Council Member Rilwan Mohamed
    • Assistant Council Executive Nahuza Hassan
    • Abdul Muhaimin – Aakaas, HDh. Kulhudhuffushi
    • Abdullah Nishan – Reethi, HDh. Vaikaradhoo
    • Ahmad Jailam Abdulsattar – Shamil, HDh. Kulhudhuffushi
    • Hussein Simaad – M. Chanbeyleemaage, K. Malé
    • Ahmed Aslam – Fazaa, HDh. Kulhudhuffushi

Key Responsibilities of the Board

The Tourism Advisory Board will:

  • Advise on the development of tourism-related policies and marketing strategies
  • Identify opportunities to promote both local and international tourism on the island
  • Conduct research and gather public opinion on tourism issues
  • Support stakeholders in the tourism sector with expert recommendations
  • Promote sustainable and environmentally responsible tourism practices
  • Engage with the public to explain tourism policies
  • Evaluate tourism services and highlight areas for improvement

Through this initiative, the Kulhudhuffushi City Council aims to foster a more inclusive, sustainable, and forward-thinking tourism sector that benefits the community as a whole.

Contact for More Information:
Phone: 6527153
Contact Person: Nahuza Hassan | Assistant Council Executive

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