Government waives late rent fines in Hulhumalé
The move comes three days before the presidential election.
20 Sep 2018, 9:00 AM
The Housing Development Corporation has waived fines imposed over late payment of rent for flats in Hulhumalé.
The HDC, a state-owned company with municipal control over the capital’s suburb, made the announcement Thursday afternoon, three days before the presidential election.
The decision was made “on the government’s advice in order to pave the way for a prosperous life for the public.”
The total amount written off and how many people owed the fines are unclear.
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