{
  "id": 18667957,
  "title": "Penang pledges land titles for all 28 Tamil schools, with five secured so far",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/penang-pledges-land-titles-for-all-28-tamil-schools-with-five-secured-18667957",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-07T07:32:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/11/07/penang-pledges-land-titles-for-all-28-tamil-schools-with-five-secured-so-far/242354"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "George Town, on November 7, saw the Penang State Government pledging to provide land titles for all 28 Tamil schools in the state. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow confirmed that five such schools had already managed to secure their land titles as of June. Plans are underway to secure titles for five more schools in the next two to three years. The state government's commitment to educational facilities also includes the provision of a 2.368-acre site for the relocation project of SJKT Rajaji in Air Itam.\n\nThe government is focusing on enhancing Tamil-medium education, developing digital skills, and promoting STEM subjects. In April, RM2.42 million was allocated for Tamil-medium schools' development, with RM1.34 million going towards digital infrastructure and STEM competencies through the Penang Education Council. The remaining funds were distributed to schools via Parent-Teacher Associations for improving learning facilities and kindergartens for early childhood education.\n\nChow highlighted the importance of preserving language and culture, citing the 'Free Tamil Language Class' initiative by the Village Community Management Council. The state government aims to continue collaborating with various entities to expand inclusive development opportunities through the Madani Budget, which includes support from the National Entrepreneur Group Economic Fund, Amanah Ikhtiar Malaysia, and the Malaysian Indian Community Transformation Unit. These initiatives aim to empower small-scale entrepreneurs and youths of Indian descent. Chow expressed hope for a spirit of goodwill during Deepavali 2026 and emphasized the unity that Penang's diversity brings to the community.",
  "summary": "GEORGE TOWN, Nov 7 — The Penang State Government is committed to ensuring that all 28 Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Tam...",
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}