KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 7 (Bernama) — The RM50 million allocation for the maintenance of National-Type Tamil Schools (SJKTs) nationwide announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim clearly demonstrates the MADANI government’s commitment to the development of inclusive and balanced education.
Malaysian Tamil Schools Welfare and Educational Development Association, Vetrivelan Mahalingam said that at present more than 100 SJKTs across the country are facing critical challenges, particularly the urgent need for relocation due to infrastructure constraints and locations that are no longer suitable for current student enrolment.
“In this regard, we respectfully appeal to the Prime Minister to consider approving the relocation of at least five SJKT to areas with high concentrations of the Indian population and growing demand for Tamil-medium education.
“We believe that through comprehensive reforms, efficient administration and the cooperation of all parties, the long-standing issues faced by SJKTs can be addressed for the benefit of present and future generations, in line with the aspirations of a fair, inclusive and dignified MADANI Malaysia,” he said in a Facebook post.
He also expressed his intention and readiness to collaborate with Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo and Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R Ramanan to ensure that the implementation of the initiative can be realised effectively and with high impact.
Anwar, when delivering the New Year Address at the Prime Minister’s Department’s monthly assembly, announced the RM50 million allocation for SJKTs that are still facing issues related to dilapidated facilities.
— BERNAMA