In a major enforcement effort, authorities shut down 25 food service establishments across Malé after inspections by the Maldives Food and Drug Authority (MFDA), the Malé City Council, and the Housing Development Corporation
According to a city council media official, the closures, which took effect yesterday, were due to a range of violations. These included poor hygiene practices and operating without the necessary permits. Among the establishments affected were cafés, restaurants, takeaway services, and snack shops.
Authorities posted notices outside each closed outlet detailing the specific reasons for their shutdown, ensuring transparency to the public.
Under the Maldives Food Safety Act, all food service providers must be registered with the MFDA. Inspections revealed that several establishments were operating without registration. These outlets were formally instructed to halt operations immediately until proper licensing and registration were obtained.
This is not the first time local authorities have taken action against non-compliant food establishments. Previous inspections conducted by the Health Protection Agency and other regulatory bodies have similarly uncovered violations, resulting in enforcement measures to protect public health.
The MFDA continues to emphasize the importance of proper licensing, hygiene standards, and food safety compliance for all food service providers in Malé.
