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Gerik bus crash: State to give RM1,000 aid to victims' families, says Perak MB

Gerik bus crash: State to give RM1,000 aid to victims' families, says Perak MB

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IPOH: Perak Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad was fighting back tears after visiting the families of the Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students who perished in an accident in Gerik on Monday (June 9) morning.
Speaking to reporters at the Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital mortuary, Saarani was visibly upset over the incident.
"On behalf of the state, we extend our condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones. May the souls of the departed be showered with Allah's mercy and placed among the righteous," he said.
A total of 14 UPSI students and one bus attendant were killed in the 9am accident along the East-West Highway in Banun, Gerik. The bus, which was carrying 42 students, overturned while another car, carrying four people, veered into a ditch.
Saarani also offered prayers for those injured in the crash and being treated in hospitals.
"To the students and others still receiving treatment, whether in critical condition or not, we pray for their full and swift recovery so they may continue their studies at UPSI," he said.
Acknowledging the emotional toll on the families, Saarani assured that support was available for them.
"I believe this tragedy will leave a lasting impact on the families. UPSI has counselling services available and I hope they find some comfort and strength in accepting this as part of Allah's will," he added.
Saarani said the state government would allocate RM1,000 to each of the affected families.
"The financial aid is small, but we hope it helps cover basic needs, such as accommodation for the family, food, or other expenses. We know not every family is financially well-off and this is the least we can do to ease their burden," he said, while thanking the police for pledging to ensure the remains of the victims are brought back to their respective homes.

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