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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
