PNC wins all 3 seats in Hdh. Kurinbee WDC election
This victory marks a boost for the PNC as it strengthens its foothold in local governance, particularly in Hdh. Kurinbee.
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The Progressive National Congress (PNC) won the Women's Development Committee (WDC) election held in Hdh. Kurinbee on Saturday, securing all three vacant seats.
The election, which saw intense campaigning from both the PNC and the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), resulted in a win for the PNC candidates.
The three PNC candidates secured the following votes:
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Fatimath Naafiza Ismail: 163 votes
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Raniya Mohamed: 162 votes
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Inaasa Adam: 161 votes
Meanwhile, two MDP candidates contested in the election but were unable to secure a seat.
The election witnessed vigorous efforts from both parties. PNC’s campaign included nine Members of Parliament visiting Kurinbee, going door-to-door to garner support. Similarly, MDP mobilized its resources, with prominent members attending and campaigning in the area.
Zuna Abdul Matheen, a member of the Kurinbee council, emphasized the significance of the election, stating: "I don't think this is a small election at all. Both parties were very excited."
The election also saw the involvement of top political figures. Parliamentary Speaker and PNC Chairman Abdul Raheem Abdullah visited the voting location in Malé alongside other MPs.
