The Government has invited consultants to prepare a comprehensive master plan for Rasmalé.

The project, described as the largest housing initiative in the country’s history, is a cornerstone of the Administration’s plan to address the nation’s growing housing demand.

According to the Ministry of Finance and Planning, the selected consultancy will be responsible for designing a master plan that is economically viable, environmentally sustainable, and aligned with the Climate Risk Adaptive Island Planning Model, a framework developed to ensure long-term resilience against the impacts of climate change.

Rasmalé is being developed on 1,009 hectares of reclaimed land in the Fushidhiggaru lagoon. Reclamation work began on 18 December 2023, marking a major step toward easing population congestion in Malé and the surrounding islands. 

The Government envisions Rasmalé as an “Eco City” and aims to make it the Indian Ocean’s first “Zero Carbon City.” The Planning Ministry has stated that the project will incorporate environmentally friendly innovations, renewable energy solutions, and advanced technologies to promote sustainable urban living.

Once completed, Rasmalé is expected to provide 65,000 housing units. The first phase of the project is already underway, with a contract for 15,000 housing units awarded to a Chinese construction firm. Officials have said the city will feature modern infrastructure, public facilities, and green spaces designed to enhance quality of life while minimising environmental impact.

The ministry added that the selection of consultants will be conducted under the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method in accordance with the Public Finance Regulation. Interested parties have been invited to submit Expressions of Interest by 14 October 2025.