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New Straits Times
12-08-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Fahmi: Temporary housing underway for Pantai Dalam fire victims
KUALA LUMPUR: Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil is working to secure temporary housing for more than a dozen families affected by a recent fire in Lembah Pantai. Fahmi said the matter was discussed with Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Dr Zaliha Mustafa and Kuala Lumpur mayor Datuk Seri Maimunah Mohd Sharif last Saturday. "There are 14 families currently at the relief centre. Several other families have chosen to stay with their relatives. We are waiting for the relocation… at least there are more comfortable places for them. "I have yet to receive the latest information but for families with school-going children, we have worked with the Social Welfare Department, the Federal Territories Islamic Religious Council to ensure they have equipment, uniforms and such," he said after attending the Daughter of Penang, Daughter of Palestine programme at The Chow Kit Hotel here today. Fahmi serves as the MP for Lembah Pantai. Human Resources Minister Steven Sim also attended the event. Fourteen squatter houses and four shop premises were destroyed in the fire that occurred on the night of Aug 8 in Pantai Dalam. The victims are currently housed at a relief centre at Sekolah Rendah Agama Al-Khawarizmi.
The Star
12-08-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Fahmi working to secure temporary housing for Pantai Dalam PPR fire victims
KUALA LUMPUR: Lembah Pantai MP Datuk Fahmi Fadzil is working to secure temporary housing for victims of a recent fire at the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) owned People's Housing Project. The Communications Minister said the matter was discussed with Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa and Kuala Lumpur mayor, Datuk Seri Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif on Saturday (Aug 9). "There are 14 families currently at the relief centre. Several other families have chosen to stay with their relatives. We are waiting for the relocation… at least there are more comfortable places for them. "I have yet to receive the latest information but for families with schoolgoing children, we have worked with the Social Welfare Department, the Federal Territories Islamic Religious Council to ensure they have equipment, uniforms and such," he told the media after attending the Daughter of Penang, Daughter of Palestine programme at the Chow Kit Hotel here Monday (Aug 11), which was also attended by Human Resources Minister Steven Sim. Fourteen squatter houses and four shop premises were destroyed in the fire that occurred on the night of Aug 8 and the victims are currently housed at the relief centre at SRA Al-Khawarizmi. - Bernama
The Sun
12-08-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Fahmi secures temporary housing for Pantai Dalam PPR fire victims
KUALA LUMPUR: Lembah Pantai MP Datuk Fahmi Fadzil is coordinating efforts to provide temporary housing for victims of the recent fire at the Kuala Lumpur City Hall-owned People's Housing Project. The Communications Minister confirmed discussions with Federal Territories Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa and Kuala Lumpur mayor Datuk Seri Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif last Saturday. He stated that 14 families remain at the relief centre while others have opted to stay with relatives. Fahmi emphasised the need for comfortable relocation options while awaiting further updates. Support for families with schoolgoing children includes collaboration with the Social Welfare Department and Federal Territories Islamic Religious Council. Essential aid such as uniforms and equipment is being arranged for affected students. Fahmi spoke after attending the Daughter of Penang, Daughter of Palestine event at The Chow Kit Hotel. Human Resources Minister Steven Sim was also present at the programme. The fire on August 8 destroyed 14 squatter houses and four shop premises. Victims are currently sheltered at Sekolah Rendah Agama Al-Khawarizmi. - Bernama
