Minister Abdulla Rafiu has met with the Maldivian swimming team, which won a major victory in the national championship held in Kandy, Sri Lanka.

Minister Rafiu met with the national swimming team this morning. Sports Minister Rafiu, Swimming Association President Mohamed Abdul Sattar and ministers of state of the Sports Ministry were also present at the meeting held at the Ministry.

Maldivian team won one gold, six silver and eight bronze medals.

Minister Rafiu extended his gratitude to the swimming team for their commendable victories at the National Swimming Championship in Sri Lanka. Emphasizing a collective commitment to excellence, the Minister urged all the swimmers to persevere and contribute to elevating the country's standing in future international competitions. The encouragement was coupled with a call for sustained dedication and hard work to enhance the nation's reputation on the global sporting stage.

Minister Rafiu also said that efforts would be made to provide more training opportunities to the players with an aim to improve the quality of Maldivian swimmers.