KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- More than 80 per cent of eligible taxi and hire-car drivers will receive RM1,000 in special financial assistance ahead of Deepavali this Sunday.
Over 80 Pct Of Eligible Taxi, Hire-car Drivers To Receive RM1,000 Aid Before Deepavali - APAD
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More than 80% of eligible taxi and hire‑car drivers will receive RM1,000 in aid before Deepavali, with 15,062 identified recipients and payments disbursed in stages via bank vouchers, direct transfers, and cash payments.
- 15,062 drivers identified as recipients based on active cards as of Sept 30.
- 2,619 drivers received BSN cash vouchers between Oct 14 and Nov 2.
- Payments to 12,033 drivers began on Nov 4 via direct transfers or cash, with further payments expected on Nov 11 for those who renewed cards between Sept 30 and Oct 25.
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