Male’ Mayor has blamed recent flooding in the capital on the government’s removal of water pumps.
The statement attributes the inundation to changes in drainage capacity following the removal of pumping equipment. Flooding has affected parts of the city during heavy rainfall, disrupting traffic and daily activity.
City authorities have previously raised concerns about infrastructure maintenance and the capacity of drainage systems to handle intense rainfall events. The mayor’s comments point to specific decisions on pump installations as a contributing factor.
Government agencies responsible for public works and utilities oversee drainage and flood mitigation measures in Malé. Responses to the mayor’s assessment have not been detailed in available reports.
Urban flooding remains a recurring challenge in the densely built capital, where limited land and low elevation increase vulnerability to heavy rain. Ongoing infrastructure projects aim to improve resilience, though short-term impacts continue to draw local criticism.
Residents have reported inconvenience and property effects from the latest flooding incidents. City and national authorities continue monitoring weather patterns and drainage performance.
