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The Sun
10-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
90% of KRTs remain active, boosting community unity in Malaysia
MACHANG: Close to 90 per cent of Malaysia's 8,586 Kawasan Rukun Tetangga (KRT) units remain actively engaged in community programmes, demonstrating strong public commitment to unity and local development. National Unity and Integration Department (JPNIN) director-general Datuk Che Roslan Che Daud highlighted the steady growth in active KRTs, attributing it to heightened public awareness and resident participation. 'Each KRT receives RM6,000 annually for operations and must conduct at least eight activities to retain active status. These initiatives not only strengthen bonds but also create economic opportunities,' he said during the Kelantan state-level Rukun Tetangga Golden Jubilee celebration at the Machang Unity Complex. While 10 per cent of KRTs remain inactive, Che Roslan noted a gradual decline in this figure. 'We provide structured support, including counselling and mentoring, before considering fund withdrawal for persistently inactive units,' he explained. He encouraged KRTs to explore additional funding by proposing community-based economic projects like small-scale farming or food production. 'Many have succeeded in ventures such as chili farming or sauce production, boosting local income and self-reliance,' he added. With the national-level Golden Jubilee celebration set for August 28 and 29, KRTs nationwide are preparing diverse programmes showcasing local arts, culture, and unity. In Kelantan, a Dikir Barat competition is nurturing young talent while preserving cultural heritage. The festivities will begin at KRT Kasipillay and conclude at Galaxy Hall in Sentul, Kuala Lumpur, honouring 16 KRTs that have reached a 50-year milestone—proof of the movement's enduring impact.
New Straits Times
10-07-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
90pct of Rukun Tetangga committees still active, as movement marks 50 years
MACHANG: Nearly 90 per cent of the 8,586 Kawasan Rukun Tetangga (KRT), or Neighbourhood Watch areas across the country, remain actively involved in community programmes — a clear reflection of Malaysians' strong commitment to unity and grassroots development. National Unity and Integration Department director-general Datuk Che Roslan Che Daud said the number of active KRTs continues to grow, driven by increasing public awareness and the proactive role of residents in fostering neighbourhood ties. "Each KRT receives RM6,000 annually for operations and is required to hold at least eight activities to maintain its active status. These programmes don't just strengthen unity, they also open up opportunities for local economic development," he told reporters. Che Roslan was speaking after officiating the final round of the Dikir Barat Belia Perpaduan youth talent competition, held in conjunction with the Kelantan state-level Rukun Tetangga Golden Jubilee celebration at the Machang Unity Complex last night. While about 10 per cent of KRTs nationwide remain inactive, he said the number is steadily decreasing. "To help them recover, we're implementing a structured support strategy, including counselling and mentoring. We only consider withdrawing funding if there's no improvement over time," he explained. He also urged KRTs to tap into additional funding by proposing community-based economic projects such as small-scale agriculture and food production. "We've seen many KRTs take this opportunity to uplift their local economy — for example, through chilli sauce production or chilli farming, which not only generates income but also empowers the community," he said. As the national-level Golden Jubilee celebration approaches on Aug 28 and 29, Che Roslan said KRTs nationwide are organising a variety of programmes that highlight local arts, culture, and community spirit. "In Kelantan, for example, we're hosting a Dikir Barat competition that not only uncovers young talent but also helps preserve our cultural heritage," he added. The celebration will kick off at KRT Kasipillay and culminate at Galaxy Hall in Sentul, Kuala Lumpur. It will also spotlight 16 KRTs that have reached the 50-year milestone — a testament to the longevity and impact of this enduring grassroots unity movement. –BERNAMA
Free Malaysia Today
18-05-2025
- General
- Free Malaysia Today
Moves to boost non-Malay enrolment in Tabika Perpaduan
The government-sponsored Tabika Perpaduan kindergartens are open to all children, said the director-general of national unity and integration department. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : The national unity and integration department is working closely with the education ministry to think of ways to increase the number of non-Malay children enrolled in 'Tabika Perpaduan' preschools. The department's director-general, Che Roslan Che Daud, said enrolment in these preschools remained overwhelmingly Malay, making up 26,835 of the total 34,889 pupils, or 77%, as of February. Chinese and Indian children make up only 1.3% and 5.6% respectively, while children of other ethnicities make up the rest. Roslan said his department is planning to hold outreach programmes and awareness campaigns to boost non-Malay enrolment and ensure a more balanced makeup in these preschools, Bernama reported. He said they also plan to integrate the department's unity-focused module in other kindergartens registered with the government. 'We believe that the best way to foster unity among Malaysians is to start young, which is why we're urging all communities to be part of this effort,' he was quoted as saying. Roslan said some non-Malay parents may have misconceptions about Tabika Perpaduan preschools, and assumed that the preschools were meant only for Malay children. 'That's not true. The word 'perpaduan' (unity) itself reflects inclusivity. It is open to all and we want to correct this misunderstanding.' First introduced in 1976 under Putrajaya's community relations plan, there are currently 1,781 Tabika Perpaduan preschools across the country.
Barnama
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
Parents Of All Backgrounds Encouraged To Enrol Children In Tabika Perpaduan
BUTTERWORTH, May 18 (Bernama) -- The National Unity and Integration Department (JPNIN) is encouraging parents of all ethnic backgrounds to consider enrolling their children in Tabika Perpaduan, a preschool initiative designed to foster interethnic understanding from an early age. Although open to all communities, enrolments remain overwhelmingly Malay, with department figures showing they made up nearly 77 per cent, or 26,835 out of 34,889 pupils, as of February. JPNIN director-general Datuk Che Roslan Che Daud said the kindergartens aim to serve as a foundation for national unity, incorporating structured lessons on values such as mutual respect and the principles of the Rukun Negara alongside the standard curriculum. He acknowledged that there may still be misconceptions about the purpose and inclusiveness of the programme, with some assuming the schools cater only to Malays. 'That's not true. The word Perpaduan (unity) itself reflects inclusivity. It is open to all and we want to correct this misunderstanding,' he told reporters after officiating the 2025 Teacher's Day celebration for Tabika and Taska Perpaduan here today. Currently, Chinese and Indian students account for 1.3 per cent and 5.6 per cent of total enrolment respectively, with the remainder from other ethnic groups, according to official data. Che Roslan said JPNIN is working closely with the Education Ministry to explore ways of expanding the programme's reach and integrating its unity-focused module into other registered preschools. He added that outreach efforts would also be stepped up, including public awareness campaigns and engagement at state level to help ensure more balanced participation. "We believe the best way to nurture unity is to start young, which is why we're urging all communities to be part of this effort," he said.
Barnama
18-05-2025
- General
- Barnama
Youths Urged To Join SRS To Boost KRT Security And Foster Unity
ARAU, May 18 (Bernama) -- Youths have been urged to join the Voluntary Patrol Scheme (SRS) initiative, which plays a key role in enhancing security within Neighbourhood Watch Areas (KRTs) and fostering a spirit of unity in the community from a young age. Director-general of the Department of National Unity and Integration (JPNIN), Datuk Che Roslan Che Daud, said that youths' involvement in the SRS could help develop a sense of responsibility and concern for security in their respective residential areas. 'We strongly encourage youth involvement in SRS so they not only care about the security of their residential areas but also foster a spirit of unity and volunteerism from a young age. SRS is open to individuals aged 18 and above, and the government provides annual protection contributions for members,' he said.
