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In September 2021, police conducted an operation to locate a 'drug cafes' in Male city and take it apart. Dhauru File Photo/Muzayyin Nazim

MDP pledges Recovery Villages as holistic drug rehabs

According to the manifesto, such recovery villages will be established in three regions of Maldives, but it is not yet known exactly where.

2 September 2023

President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has included in his second term manifesto the establishment of Recovery Villages to provide all the services and treatment needed to rehabilitate drug addicts back into society.

The MDP's 'Ufaaveri Male' manifesto for next Saturday's presidential election has been launched at a rally in Carnival area in Male on Friday. The manifesto includes the establishment of recovery villages.

According to the manifesto, recovery villages will provide all the services and treatment needed to bring drug addicts back into society, as well as life skills and training.

The recovery villages will provide the following services:

  • Treat by setting long-term recovery goals

  • Assist in developing a comprehensive aftercare plan of next steps after completion of treatment

  • Increase self-confidence through therapy sessions and developing healthy habits

  • Using techniques such as therapy, strengthen family bonds and create an environment where addicts can get the support they need from home when they get back out into the community

The facilities in the proposed villages are:

  • Rehabilitation centre

  • Living spaces

  • Sports facilities

  • Dedicates spaces for family visits

  • Vacant spaces to relax

  • Shops for personal shopping 

  • Multi-purpose hall

  • Restaurant and cafe

According to the manifesto, such recovery villages will be established in three regions of Maldives. However, it is not yet known exactly where.

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