The Maldives Correctional Service has launched a joint search operation at Maafushi Prison with the Maldives Police Service.

Via its official X account, the Correctional Service said the operation is being carried out in coordination with the police but did not disclose further details on the scope or purpose of the search.

Maafushi Prison has previously been the focus of similar operations targeting the smuggling of prohibited items, suspected scam-related activities and acts believed to facilitate terrorism.

The Government has been implementing a range of measures to strengthen security across the prison system while expanding correctional facilities.

As part of these efforts, the Maldives Correctional Service commissioned the first full-body scanner at Maafushi Prison in February this year to improve screening procedures and prevent prohibited items from being brought into the prison.