Anti-corruption TV drama angers customs, health ministry
A corruption-themed television drama produced by the Anti-Corruption Commission has stirred controversy with the Maldives Customs Service and a government-run hospital complaining of negative portrayals.
30 Mar 2016, 9:00 AM
A corruption-themed television drama produced by the Anti-Corruption Commission has stirred controversy with the Maldives Customs Service and a government-run hospital complaining of negative portrayals.
The ‘Bithufangi’ drama series, directed by Mohamed Niyaz ‘Tedry,’ began airing on six TV stations last month. Five episodes have aired so far, exploring issues such as bribing judges, profiting from selling expired medicines, and bribing government officials to secure approvals for restaurants or buildings.
The series, aired at a time of mounting national frustration over corruption, has been well received by the public with many praising Tedry on social media.
But the Maldives Customs Service have accused the producers of using the customs uniform without permission while the health ministry said the Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital was unfairly named in an episode. Both groups have threatened to take action against the ACC.
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