Malé, Maldives – Two Under Secretaries at the President’s Office have been removed from their positions amid growing public outrage over the case of a 21-year-old woman who fell from the ninth floor of a building in Malé last week and remains in critical condition.

Izdhiyaan Mohamed Maumoon, who was identified as one of the individuals who attended the drug-fueled party that preceded the incident, has been dismissed from his position. Daud Ahmed, the brother of Raud Mohamed Zilaal—the main suspect in the case—has been suspended. Daud has also resigned from the Youth Council Board, following mounting public calls for accountability. President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has since officially removed him from the Youth Council Board.

These decisions come in the wake of a protest held by hundreds of young people in the capital, demanding justice for the young woman and the resignation of government officials connected to those involved in the incident. Protesters accused authorities of shielding suspects due to their political ties and family connections.

Police have confirmed that the woman was with Raud Mohamed Zilaal at the time of the fall and that both tested positive for cannabis. CCTV footage reportedly shows the pair entering the building together and walking in the stairwell before the incident. Police say there is no evidence from the footage that she was pushed, contradicting widespread allegations on social media.

The building where the party initially took place is co-owned by Transport Minister Mohamed Ameen and his siblings. Ameen confirmed his nephews attended the gathering but denied hosting the party or influencing the investigation.

In a public statement addressing the developments, President Muizzu said his administration will not differentiate in enforcing the law or delivering justice based on family relations, political affiliations, or official positions. “Justice will be served regardless of who is involved,” he said.

The investigation is ongoing, and police continue to urge the public to refrain from sharing unverified claims online, amid growing concerns about defamation and misinformation.