Thankful For The Contributions He Made To Our Country With 49 Years Of Service

Let us take a moment, to celebrate this great man who had served our country for 49 years, in various sectors of the government, he truly dedicated his services for the growth of the nation that we see today.
 
Late Umar Zahir lived an eventful life, completing various positions in different areas of the government, teaching many throughout his career, an inspiration to many generations.

 
The State Dignitary passed away on Monday, December 20^th at the age of 85 years old in Dharumavantha Hospital while being treated for COVID19. The global pandemic has taken many lives during the couple of years that it has been active, and yesterday it took away a very important one.
 
President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih declared the National Flag to be flown at half-mast for three days in mourning from December 21st to 23rd, following his passing.
 
The Late Umar Zahir served the nation in various capacities for over 49 years, among the senior positions in the Prime Minister's Office, the President's Office, the Ministry of Home Affairs, Malé Municipality, and Majeediyya School.

 
He was revered for his contributions in different sectors, where he held top positions, serving as the Minister of Home Affairs and Social Services, the Minister of Home Affairs and Sports, and the Minister of Construction and Public Works, along with others.
 
The late Umar Zahir was also a Malé constituency Member of Parliament, Special Advisor to the President, and Senior Minister in the President's Office.
 
Awarded the Order of Distinguished Rule of Izzuddin in 2008, Late Umar Zahir is celebrated for his unwavering commitment and contributions in the service of the public.
 
Some of the significant projects undertaken under his leadership include the reclamation of Thilafushi Island, contributions during the initial reclamation phase of Hulhumalé, and various phases of the road development project in Malé.
 

President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih on Monday afternoon extended his deepest condolences to the family of the late Umar Zahir. President Solih spoke with Aminath Samiha Zahir, the late Umar Zahir's daughter, over the phone and expressed his heartfelt sympathies for their loss.
 
During the call, the President conveyed his deep sadness at learning of her late father's death and sent his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.
 
Our heartfelt condolences to all the loved ones of the Late Umar Zahir, he who will be celebrated for generations to come.