Maldives Capital’s New Mosque to Be Launched in Ramadan
Mabrook Azeez, the spokesperson for the office of Maldives president, said arrangements are being made to open the King Salman Mosque for prayer this upcoming Ramadan.
A large percentage of the mosque's development was completed during former President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayyoom's administration.
The current administration has given several tentative dates on which the mosque would be opened, but the mosque continues to remain closed.
Islamic Affairs Minister Ahmed Zahir had previously said the mosque could be opened by Ramadan if the budget required to arrange necessary equipment and resources is obtained.
The Finance Ministry has informed the Islamic Affairs Ministry that the budget had been allocated for the purpose.
The almost-complete mosque stands on the outskirts of Male' city overlooking the Sinamale' Bridge.
Spread over a total area of 41,500 square feet, the mosque can accommodate 10,000 people simultaneously. Four elevators have been installed at the mosque for easy access. The ground, first and the second floor of the five-story building, are allocated for praying.
While the mosque's grounds can accommodate 6,000 worshipers, 4,000 people can simultaneously use the first and second floors of the mosque.
The second floor is designated for female worshippers and has a separate entrance with special washrooms for women.
The third floor of the mosque has an extensive library and an auditorium.
The fourth floor has a part of the auditorium and a lobby, while the fifth floor has a multi-purpose hall.
Source: avas.mv
