‘Federal govt does not deny people in opposition-ruled Kelantan their rights’

TUMPAT – The federal government does not deny the people of Kelantan their rights, although the state is administered by the opposition, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Despite political differences, the prime minister stated that negotiations and meetings regarding state allocations, especially for religious and welfare matters, are held on a regular basis.

“Amicable discussions between the federal and state governments are necessary to help the people.

“As the prime minister, I do not want to see the people suffering from cruelty, being denied their rights, and being sent to prison on false charges, although I myself have been a victim before. 

“Now, we need to engage in proper negotiations and resolve whatever we can so as not to burden the people,” he said.

He was speaking at a ceremony to hand over the prime minister’s contribution of RM7.76 million for a project to complete the Masjid At-Taqwa in Alor Pasir here today.

According to him, Kelantan was among the states that received the highest allocations under the Madani budget.

“The issues of water supply and floods are also given priority because they affect the people. And an allocation of RM103,863,258 has also been given to imam, bilal, siak and religious teachers in the state, including for religious classes and Fardu Ain.

“In the Madani budget, all projects are continued, including those for water catchment, upgrading of the Pak Badol to Melor road, construction of Palekbang bridge, and several new projects for Sg Golok,” he added.

He said apart from this, aid for Sekolah Agama Rakyat would also be given fairly, regardless of which group they belong to. – Bernama, June 18, 2023