MDP celebrates anniversary behind police barricades
The main opposition party has condemned the “unlawful obstruction” of its anniversary parade as well as the “unnecessary harassment and intimidation of the participants.”
12 Jul 2016, 9:00 AM
The main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party celebrated its 11th anniversary behind police barricades last night after its annual parade in Malé was thwarted by riot police.
The police had warned the MDP that political activity will not be allowed on the streets of the capital, citing complaints about traffic jams and inconvenience to pedestrians.
Supporters, leadership figures, and MPs gathered near the party’s meeting hall on the eastern end of Malé around 9pm.
Shortly thereafter, a small group of police officers walked into the crowd, formed a human shield, and tried to push people back onto pavements. After failing in their attempt, the police officers quickly withdrew.
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