23:57
The event has come to an end and the President and First Lady have left the national stadium.
23:56
A fireworks display is being presented. In addition to the national stadium, firework displays are also ongoing at Raalhugandu and Izzuddin jetty areas.
23:35
A group of over 150 are presenting a boduberu dance.
23:32
MNDF has presented a performance on the coup attempt on 3 November 1988.
23:29
A drill is being presented by MNDF and students. It shows important events in the country’s history, such as the independence from the Portuguese and “Rannamaari”.
22:54
Three skydivers have landed at the national stadium. The two MNDF officers and one police officer saluted the president after they landed. They were greeted with a standing ovation by the public.
22:20
A musical drill is being presented by MNDF. The drill shows the military’s solidarity and professionalism.
22:15
“Minivan vayaa kulhelaa” is being performed.
21:37
A musical drill is being performed by over 2,000 students. It shows the history of the Maldives, with focus on the periods of colonisation.
21:21
“Joashey genai mee gaumee ufaa”, a national song, is being presented.
21:15
The route march has moved past the president. The parade included 300 military officers and 300 cadets, as well police officers and Maldives Correctional Service officials.
20:53
The celebrations began with the arrival of President Abdulla Yameen. Over 12,000 people have gathered at the stadium to spectate the event.
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