‘Judge society’s progress by class equality, not just famous skyscrapers’

IPOH – The implementation of the Malaysia Madani concept must emphasise community balance in development so that the drive for growth is felt by all groups, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

He said the landmark of a society’s development should not only be measured through the existence of famous and tall buildings but also through the balance between the upper class and the people.

“Between the mahligai (castle-like houses) and the people’s houses, between the luxury restaurants and the people’s stalls which are beautiful and clean. There is also greenery and there are parks for the people,” he said.

He said this when officiating the National Landscape Day Celebration 2023 held at Taman D.R. Seenivasagam here today.

Also present were Local Government Development Minister Nga Kor Ming and Ipoh Mayor Datuk Rumaizi Baharin. – Bernama, March 11, 2023