Perak Gov't, Nadma Contribute RM240,000 To Pasir Salak Storm Victims
Perak Menteri Besar's special officer for the Kampung Gajah state constituency, Khairul Azwan Harun, said the assistance proved the state government's concern in always focusing on the people's welfare, including matters related to natural disasters.
"This aid is given in two phases. Phase One involves repairs to 21 affected houses, involving about RM170,000. For Phase Two, we distributed different amounts to 190 recipients, depending on the severity of the damage,' he said.
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