Thousands gather for opposition coalition’s first rally – as it happened
The first rally by the Maldives United Opposition is underway. A podium has been set up at the MDP’s meeting hall, located on the outer ring road of the capital. Hundreds of opposition supporters have gathered on the opposite side of the road, filling up the artificial beach and allowing traffic to pass through.
21 Jul 2016, 9:00 AM
After a hiatus for Ramadan following its launching on June 1, the Maldives United Opposition kicks off its activities with a first rally in Malé tonight.
The rally is taking place outside the Maldivian Democratic Party’s haruge (meeting hall), despite the government’s refusal to grant permission to use a public venue.
A podium has been set up in the meeting hall, located on the outer ring road of the capital. Hundreds of opposition supporters have gathered on the opposite side of the road, filling up the artificial beach and allowing traffic to pass through.
Opposition leaders in exile, including former President Mohamed Nasheed, are expected to address supporters via teleconference.
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