KUALA LUMPUR, May 11 — Minister of Human Resources R. Ramanan has described the increase in allocation for the Malaysian Indian Transformation Unit (MITRA) to RM150 million as a historic milestone and clear proof of the MADANI Government’s commitment towards empowering the Indian community in the country yesterday.
Ramanan said the announcement was made by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim during the Friendly Ceremony with Indian Students held at the University of Malaya today.
According to him, the event itself marked another significant moment as it was the first time since the establishment of MITRA, formerly known as the Socio-Economic Development of the Indian Community Unit (SEDIC), that a sitting Prime Minister attended a programme organised by the agency.
“The reception was extraordinary with nearly 3,000 members of the Indian community and students attending the programme. This clearly reflects the strong support and confidence towards the MADANI Government,” he said.
Ramanan added that the increase in MITRA’s allocation from previous years to RM150 million beginning this year would greatly benefit the Indian community, particularly in the areas of education, socio-economic development and community empowerment.
He also expressed appreciation to Anwar for his continued commitment in ensuring the welfare and progress of the Indian community in Malaysia.
During the ceremony, the Prime Minister also handed over device assistance benefiting 3,000 Indian students nationwide.
In addition, assistance cheques for Higher Education Institution (IPT) Admission Aid for 2025 were presented to 4,165 students from accredited centres, public universities (IPTA) and private higher education institutions (IPTS), involving a total allocation of RM8.347 million.
Ramanan stressed that the various initiatives and assistance announced under the MADANI Government clearly demonstrate that the administration is committed to delivering tangible aid and development opportunities to the Indian community.
He said allegations claiming the MADANI Government has sidelined the Indian community are baseless, as continuous support, educational assistance and economic opportunities are being provided to ensure no group is left behind in the nation’s development agenda.
— MINUTESMY
— SOURCE: FB RAMANAN RAMAKRISHNAN
