40-year settlement issue resolved, 120 families in Sungkai, Kuala Bikam get land grants

120 families residing in Sungkai and Kuala Bikam have finally been granted land, concluding a settlement dispute that had lingered for over four decades, announced Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. Speaking at a dinner hosted by the DAP Sungkai state constituency division, Nga emphasized that the resolution of this issue underscores the MADANI Government's unwavering commitment to the well-being of all Malaysians, irrespective of their racial background or social status.

The ongoing squatter problem, which persisted for more than four decades, is now set to be resolved, marking a significant step towards securing a brighter future for these families and their descendants. The DAP national deputy chairman expressed his gratitude to Sungkai assemblyman Datuk A. Sivanesan and the numerous civil servants who devoted their efforts to resolving the matter.

Minister Nga also highlighted the MADANI Government's dedication to the Indian community, citing various initiatives such as the allocation of RM20 million for Indian settlements, RM50 million for Tamil vernacular schools, and an increase in funding for the Malaysian Indian Transformation Unit to RM150 million. These measures are testament to the government's relentless pursuit of an inclusive, fair, and equitable Malaysia, guided by the principle that no one should be left behind or marginalized.

While attending the DAP Sungkai 60th anniversary dinner, Nga called on the public to evaluate the government's real performance and achievements, rather than allowing racial sentiments to distort perceptions. She urged Malaysians to embrace a future rooted in unity, performance-driven service, development, and the overall well-being of the people, steering away from the politics of the past that were characterized by division and inefficiency.