Maavah, Maldives – The island of Maavah is in deep sorrow as search operations continue for 25-year-old Ali Mushfiq, who went missing in the devastating Holhudhoo Boat fire. A champion of the Atoll Quran Recitation Competition and the young man who led prayers at Maavah’s largest mosque, Mushfiq was a beloved figure in his community—pious, kind, and a role model for his generation.

Mushfiq was among the 18 people on board the cargo vessel when it caught fire while traveling from Laamu Maavah to Male' City. While 17 were rescued, Mushfiq remains unaccounted for. Reports indicate that as he jumped into the sea to escape the flames, his lifejacket was taken by another person in the chaos. Despite his younger brother’s desperate efforts to save him, Mushfiq disappeared into the waves.

The Maldives National Coast Guard and Police continue an extensive search and rescue operation, scouring the waters for any sign of him. As his family, friends, and the entire nation anxiously wait, prayers for his safe return echo across the Maldives.

For the people of Maavah, Mushfiq was more than just a young man—he was a symbol of faith, discipline, and kindness. Now, as search teams battle against time, a nation holds its breath, hoping for a miracle.