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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced a significant boost in school maintenance funding, lifting allocations by half to RM1.5 billion in 2027, while pledging district-level infrastructure assessments beginning next month.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that billions of ringgit seized from illegal operations through court proceedings will be redistributed to improve education and healthcare services nationwide.
SK Murni Jaya in Kulai has received RM100,000 from the Ministry of Communications' MADANI Adopted School initiative to upgrade teaching facilities, with works expected to complete by October.
Malaysia's Human Resources Ministry has committed RM6.7 million across three MITRA initiatives, supporting 2,343 students through free tuition, granting funds to 128 entrepreneurs, and distributing aid to 52 Hindu temples with more to follow.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated the MADANI Government's commitment to prioritising teacher welfare and education system development, emphasising improved salary schemes and career pathways for educators.
SMK Seri Mulia in Kuala Lumpur has received RM300,000 from its parliamentary allocation for facility upgrades and enhanced student safety measures, prioritising mental health and physical security.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged RM15.3 million to strengthen Perak's religious and pondok schools, reflecting the Madani government's commitment to advancing Islamic education infrastructure across the nation.