Melaka police retirees get RM300,000 in aid as they call for dedicated state portfolio
MELAKA, Sept 23 — A coalition of retiree and former police associations in Melaka has proposed that the state gove...
Melaka police retirees have called for the establishment of a dedicated state portfolio to better address their concerns and welfare needs. This proposal was presented by Datuk Sharul Laili Masduki, deputy chairman of the Melaka Chapter of the Retired Senior Police Officers Association of Malaysia, during the Police Retirees’ Gathering held at Seri Bendahara, Ayer Keroh, last night.
The coalition seeks a direct communication channel between retirees and the state government, allowing them to convey their welfare requirements more efficiently and receive government assistance seamlessly.
Sharul Laili further urged the state government to allocate a dedicated annual sum for retiree welfare activities. These activities would encompass assistance for members facing hardship, support for elderly, frail, or ill retirees, as well as health, recreational, religious, and community programs. Presently, the association primarily relies on membership fees, supplemented by support from the Warriors’ Fund and the state government.
Ab Rauf Yusoh, the Melaka Chief Minister, acknowledged the state government's commitment to prioritizing the welfare of police retirees. He announced an RM200,000 contribution to the present PDRM retirees as a token of appreciation for their service and sacrifices. Additionally, he pledged RM100,000 to four PDRM retiree associations in the state. Moreover, the donation included essential equipment like beds, wheelchairs, and walking sticks for members in need.
Written by urgent.news from Malay Mail's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
