India, Feb. 19 -- India assisted the Maldives in building a high-speed ferry, the first among 12, required to begin transport link services between two of the atolls, according to a local media report. India has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Maldives in establishing essential public services and projects that directly benefit communities, Indian High Commissioner to the Maldives G Balasubramaniam was quoted as saying by the state-run PSM News.

India will provide 12 high-speed ferries to the Maldives as part of an existing agreement, Balasubramaniam said during a ceremony held to launch Raajje Transport Link (RTL) services in Faafu and Dhaalu Atolls on Tuesday. The Indian Government has assisted the Maldives in building the ...