Maroshi (Dhivehi: މަރޮށި) is one of the inhabited islands of the Shaviyani Atoll administrative division and geographically part of the Miladhummadulhu Atoll in the Maldives. Geography The island is north of the country's capital, Malé. The island of Maroshi is found in the Western rim of the atoll. It is situated at 6 12'N and 73 15'E latitude and longitude respectively. The island has a large lagoon and harbouring is easy. Maroshi is given the code C-10. This island is historic as it has the tree that grew from the Kaani Mundi (a raw wooden post) used to make the sail of Kalhuohfunmi, the sailing boat used by the heroic character, Mohamed Thakurufaanu in his endeavour to free the country of the occupation by the Portuguese. Demographics Registered Population as of December 2007: Population activities as of December 2007 Politics There are 3 elected members in Maroshi Island Council. They are Abdul Azeez Mohamed Waheed (President), Massood Waheed (Vice President), Hafeezulla (Member). The island is deeply divided between Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) supporters and pro-government supporters after 7 February 2012 transfer of power in an alleged coup. Economy The main occupation of the people of Maroshi is fishing in early days and now most of the people are engaged in thatch making. In addition to this a good number of young people are engaged in work in Male' and resorts and office employment. The island has 4 mechanised fishing vessels, 2 transport vessels which travel to Male for cargo and passenger lifting. It has 9 retail shops. Government has made a harbour in the island. Local produce Dried tuna fish, salted fish, Rihaakuru, thatch, rope, Toddy honey, coconut Education The school in Maroshi named Al Madhrasathul Munavvara was built by one of the famous business man Maroshi Hussain Abdulla (MHA Pvt Ltd) in 1979. In 2007 MHA Pvt Ltd handed the school over to the Government after rebuilding completely with modern facilities. This school is one of the centres holding University of Cambridge (UK) GCE examinations in the country. Health Services Basic level health care is provided in the island by a Health Centre, where one doctor and two nurse works. There is also a pharmacy run by STO. Historical Sites The Huge Kaani (Sea Trumpet) Tree in Maroshi is noted in history for various reasons. It is a living tribute to Sultan Mohamed Thakurufaanu who freed the country from