Scrap RM15k haj savings rule, don't burden aspiring pilgrims - Tuan Ibrahim
PARLIAMENT | He says the requirement could disadvantage rural Muslims.
Kubang Kerian MP Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man has called for the Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) to eliminate the RM15,000 minimum savings requirement for those planning to undertake the haj pilgrimage. The MP argued that this requirement would burden prospective pilgrims, especially rural residents, who must set aside the substantial sum of RM30,000 for an account that cannot be accessed until they perform the haj.
Tuan Ibrahim questioned the mechanism used to store the savings and suggested that the funds should be returned as an investment, with the profits allocated back to depositors. He urged the government to seek alternative methods that would not add to the financial burden of those eager to perform the haj alongside their spouses.
TH initially set the RM15,000 minimum savings requirement on January 29 to ensure all pilgrims could afford the pilgrimage.
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