Malé, Maldives – The Ministry of Housing, Construction, and Infrastructure has conducted a fresh land draw for recipients under the Binveriyaa Housing Scheme, following the finalization of a revised land use plan for Giraavarufalhu. The draw, held on January 31, marked a significant step forward in the government’s effort to ensure transparent and equitable land allocation for Maldivians seeking residential plots.
The updated land use plan, gazetted on January 26, allocated a total of 4,072 plots at Giraavarufalhu. The revision follows the discovery that 610 plots remained unassigned under the previous land use strategy, prompting the current administration to review and update the layout to better suit the area’s residential and infrastructural needs.
According to the Ministry, the land plots allocated under the new plan include:
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2,605 plots of 1,250 square feet
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2,313 plots of 1,650 square feet
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253 plots of 2,050 square feet
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1 plot of 2,450 square feet
This variation in plot size reflects the government’s aim to accommodate different household needs while maximizing land use efficiency.
The draw took place at the Malé City Social Centre, with attendance from both ministry officials and land recipients. In a move to enhance transparency, the event was broadcast live on PSM, and recipients received real-time SMS updates with their allocated plot details as the draw progressed.
The Ministry also confirmed that the issuance of formal agreements and land registries will be announced at a later date. Once the ongoing land reclamation and demarcation works at Giraavarufalhu are completed, the plots will be officially handed over to recipients.
To accommodate the updated plan, the government has decided to expand land reclamation at Giraavarufalhu by an additional 113 hectares. Officials stated that the previous land use plan failed to allocate sufficient space for essential public facilities, including green zones, utility infrastructure, and communal services.
The revised plan, championed by the current administration, seeks to correct this by incorporating dedicated areas for community amenities—ensuring that future residents have access not just to land, but also to the infrastructure necessary for a livable, sustainable community.
This development is part of President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s broader housing agenda, which aims to provide dignified, long-term housing solutions for Maldivians, while ensuring thoughtful urban planning and equitable land distribution.
