KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The overall allocation for assistance to persons with disabilities (OKU) has been increased to RM1.5 billion, benefiting more than 300,000 individuals, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
General : Budget 2027: Allocation For Persons With Disabilties Increased To RM1.5 Bln, To Benefit Over 300,000
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- Anwar, who is also Finance Minister, said the allowance rate for the care of bedridden OKU and chronic patients had been raised to RM600 a month from RM500, while the income threshold to qualify for the OKU worker allowance had been increased to RM2,000 from RM1,700.
- He said the Special Education Needs Allowance (EMBPK) would be increased from RM150 to RM200 a month, benefiting 150,000 special needs students, including autistic children.
- Anwar said the Special Education Teaching Incentive would be increased from RM250 to RM300 to benefit 20,000 special education teachers.
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