28 mangsa tragedi bah Nepal layak terima faedah Perkeso

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 28 out of the 54 victims of the Nepal-Tibet flood tragedy that occurred on August 26 are eligible for Perkeso benefits, according to Human Resources Minister R Ramanan. The full compensation amounting to RM174,000 includes an immediate financial assistance of RM3,000 and pension benefits through a scheme passed on to the families of the victims.

"Today, 16 families (out of 28 eligible families) have been identified," said Ramanan, acknowledging the uncertainty faced by the families about the fate of their loved ones. He emphasized that the government does not wish to burden the families alone, especially those who have lost their primary breadwinner. Perkeso is striving to ensure that eligible victims receive the necessary protection and support.

The minister assured that Perkeso has conducted a thorough check to prevent ineligible heirs from receiving the protection. "The payment process will be completed as soon as all relevant information and documents are available. For victims without a Perkeso record, we remain concerned about the fate of your family," he added. "Through the Social Synergy Program, Perkeso will help connect affected families with 990 strategic partners, including 130 agencies nationwide, to identify additional relevant assistance and ease their burden."