More than 3,000 people have completed treatment through programmes offered by the National Drug Agency (NDA) since the beginning of 2024.

Statistics shared by the NDA with MMTV revealed that 5,719 people sought treatment through the agency between 2024 and the end of June this year. Of those, 3,077 successfully completed their rehabilitation programmes.

From January to the end of June this year alone, the NDA provided treatment to 1,091 people. A total of 233 individuals completed treatment and successfully reintegrated into society during the same period.

The NDA's rehabilitation centres provide residential treatment programmes for individuals affected by drug addiction. The programmes focus on recovery, helping individuals overcome substance dependency, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and support their reintegration into society.

The number of people who received treatment through NDA rehabilitation centres over the past four years is as follows:

The NDA currently operates 12 rehabilitation centres across the Maldives. These centres are located in Malé, Hulhumalé, Kaafu Himmafushi, Gaafu Dhaalu Thinadhoo, Hanimadhoo, Fuvahmulah City, Addu City (Hithadhoo and Hulhudhoo), and Gaafu Alifu Vilingili.

Meanwhile, the Government is preparing to begin construction of a new rehabilitation centre in Kaafu Himmafushi later this month. Minister of Homeland Security, Labour and Technology Ali Ihusaan previously announced that the facility will have the capacity to treat up to 500 people at a time and is expected to be completed within 18 months.

The Government is continuing efforts to expand rehabilitation services nationwide, with the aim of improving access to treatment and strengthening support for individuals recovering from drug addiction.