SANDAKAN, Nov 15 — The Social Security Organisation (Socso) has disbursed RM20.23 million in benefits under the Non-Occupational Accident Scheme (Lindung 24 Jam) to contributors and their dependants as of Oct 31.
Deputy Human Resources Minister Datuk Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan said the amount involved 12,582 eligible contributors and dependants who received various income-replacement benefits under Lindung 24 Jam to ensure their socioeconomic well-being in times of adversity.
“A total of 373 recipients from Sabah received benefits amounting to more than RM481,000. Lindung 24 Jam demonstrates how the scheme serves as a form of protection to ensure that workers and their families receive financial support in the event of an accident.
