PUTRAJAYA, Oct 12 (Bernama) -- The increase in the Malaysian Indian Community Transformation Unit (MITRA) allocation from RM100 million to RM150 million under Budget 2027 is aimed at ensuring that its programmes benefit the Indian community, including through skills training for youths.
General : RM150 Mln MITRA Allocation To Boost Indian Community Development - Treasury Sec-Gen
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- Treasury secretary-general Tan Sri Johan Mahmood Merican said the government was paying particular attention to improving MITRA’s governance to ensure that its funds were channelled towards programmes benefiting the intended target groups.
- He said the allocation for Tamil national-type schools had also been increased to RM50 million under Budget 2027.
- “Training programmes under the Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp) are also available to enhance the community’s skills and economic opportunities,” he said during an online briefing on current issues related to Budget 2027 organised by the Information Department.
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