Maldives Police Service has started a joint special operation with the MNDF in Raa Atoll Maduvari againt people with extremist views.

Some residential houses are being searched on the island as part of the operation.

Police confirmed that a special operation is underway in Maduvari where searches are being conducted.

The operation is being targeted to those who are advocating extremist views and illegally impeding on the rights of children and women, according to the police, and calling for acts of terrorism along with recruiting for terrorist organizations.