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Daily Express
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
More Rukun Tetangga areas for Sabah soon
Published on: Monday, May 19, 2025 Published on: Mon, May 19, 2025 Text Size: Ruji said the Ministry is working to expand the establishment of active KRTs so that they can enjoy various benefits, including an annual grant of RM6,000 and special allocations of up to RM100,000 under the RT Progressive. Kota Kinabalu: The Ministry of National Unity (KPN) will increase the number of Rukun Tetangga Areas (KRT) and open up opportunities for economic project implementation through the RT Progressive initiative in Sabah. KPN Secretary-General, Datuk Ruji Ubi , said the Ministry is working to expand the establishment of active KRTs so that they can enjoy various benefits, including an annual grant of RM6,000 and special allocations of up to RM100,000 under the RT Progressive. Advertisement 'As of now, Sabah has 1,121 KRTs, and within the past month or two, five more new KRTs have been established. 'Active KRTs not only play a role as drivers of unity but also have the potential to generate community income through RT Progressive,' he told the media after paying a courtesy call on the Sabah Head of State Tun Musa Aman, recently. The visit aimed at informing about the increase in the number of KRTs and unity kindergartens in Sabah, as well as the preparations for Unity Week celebrations. Commenting further on the RT Progressive programme, he said KRTs with Voluntary Patrol Schemes (SRS) may propose economic projects such as agriculture, food processing, and small enterprises. Advertisement 'They can apply for allocations ranging from RM50,000 to RM100,000. This open up opportunities for KRTs to play a more comprehensive role, not only in fostering unity but also in promoting local economic development,' he said. According to him, the government has allocated RM20 million to implement the RT Progressive programme nationwide, including support for two to three KRTs in Sabah that are actively running agriculture-based projects. Meanwhile, Ruji also announced that the Unity Week celebration will take place on June 28 and 29, this year. 'One of the key highlights is the Jejak Harmoni programme, aimed at strengthening ties between followers of different religions through joint visits to houses of worship such as mosques, temples, churches, and shrines,' he added. He also noted that there are currently 142 Unity Kindergartens operating in Sabah, serving as vital agents of unity from as early as five to six years old. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Barnama
18-05-2025
- General
- Barnama
Youths Urged To Join SRS To Boost KRT Security And Foster Unity
ARAU, May 18 (Bernama) -- Youths have been urged to join the Voluntary Patrol Scheme (SRS) initiative, which plays a key role in enhancing security within Neighbourhood Watch Areas (KRTs) and fostering a spirit of unity in the community from a young age. Director-general of the Department of National Unity and Integration (JPNIN), Datuk Che Roslan Che Daud, said that youths' involvement in the SRS could help develop a sense of responsibility and concern for security in their respective residential areas. 'We strongly encourage youth involvement in SRS so they not only care about the security of their residential areas but also foster a spirit of unity and volunteerism from a young age. SRS is open to individuals aged 18 and above, and the government provides annual protection contributions for members,' he said.
The Sun
18-05-2025
- General
- The Sun
Youths urged to join SRS to boost KRT security and foster unity
ARAU: Youths have been urged to join the Voluntary Patrol Scheme (SRS) initiative, which plays a key role in enhancing security within Neighbourhood Watch Areas (KRTs) and fostering a spirit of unity in the community from a young age. Director-general of the Department of National Unity and Integration (JPNIN), Datuk Che Roslan Che Daud, said that youths' involvement in the SRS could help develop a sense of responsibility and concern for security in their respective residential areas. 'We strongly encourage youth involvement in SRS so they not only care about the security of their residential areas but also foster a spirit of unity and volunteerism from a young age. SRS is open to individuals aged 18 and above, and the government provides annual protection contributions for members,' he said. He said this to reporters after officiating the Jom Ronda SRS Bersepadu and the state-level 1 Family 1 SRS Member 2025 campaign here last night. Che Roslan added that there are currently 5,431 SRS teams involving 8,529 KRTs with a total of 108,620 members nationwide. In Perlis alone, 142 KRTs have been established, with 97 active SRS teams recorded. 'JPNIN is also implementing 'Meremajakan SRS', a rejuvenation initiative that introduces the MySRS application to facilitate patrol reporting and security case monitoring, along with upgrading SRS team equipment such as safety jackets and tactical flashlights,' he said. Additionally, the 1 Family 1 SRS Member campaign, especially in the border of four states of Kelantan, Perlis, Kedah, and Perak, is being actively strengthened to enhance community security. He emphasised that SRS is not just an ordinary patrol but symbolises the spirit of safeguarding the area against crime and social disharmony.
Borneo Post
16-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Neighborhood Watch Areas to be expanded in Sabah
Ruji (right) receiving a souvenir from Tun Musa. – Information Department photo KOTA KINABALU (May 16): The Ministry of National Unity (KPN) will increase the number of Neighborhood Watch Areas (KRT) and provide opportunities for economic projects through the RT Progressive initiative in Sabah. KPN Secretary-General Datuk Ruji Ubi said the ministry is currently working to expand the establishment of active KRTs to allow them to enjoy various benefits, including an annual grant of RM6,000 and special allocations of up to RM100,000 through RT Progressive. 'As of now, Sabah has 1,121 KRTs, and within the next month or two, five new KRTs have been established. 'Active KRTs not only play a role as catalysts for unity but also have the potential to generate community economies through RT Progressive,' he told the media after paying a courtesy visit to the Head of State of Sabah, Tun Musa Aman, today. The visit aimed to inform about the increase in the number of KRTs and unity kindergartens (tabika perpaduan) in Sabah, as well as preparations for the National Unity Week celebration. Elaborating further on the RT Progressive program, he said KRTs with Voluntary Patrol Units (SRS) can propose economic projects such as agriculture, food processing and small-scale enterprises. 'They can apply for allocations ranging from RM50,000 to RM100,000. This opens up opportunities for KRTs to play a more comprehensive role, not only in unity but also in local economic development,' he said. According to him, the government has allocated RM20 million to implement the RT Progressive program nationwide, including two to three KRTs in Sabah that are actively running agriculture-based projects. Meanwhile, Ruji also announced that the National Unity Week celebration will be held on June 28 and 29 this year. 'Exciting activities include the Jejak Harmoni (Harmony Trail) program, which aims to strengthen relationships among followers of different religions through joint visits to places of worship such as mosques, temples, churches, and Chinese temples,' he added. He also stated that 142 Unity Kindergartens are currently operating in Sabah and serve as important agents of unity for children as young as five to six years old.
New Straits Times
05-05-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Govt to set up 300 progressive RT this year
SANDAKAN: The National Unity Ministry plans to establish 300 new Progressive Rukun Tetangga (RT) units this year to boost grassroots economic activity and strengthen community ties. Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang said the initiative, backed by a RM20 million government allocation, builds on the 169 Progressive RTs already operating out of 8,500 Kawasan Rukun Tetangga (KRT) nationwide. "We hope this funding will empower more KRTs to become active, particularly in improving the economic well-being of their communities," he told reporters after officiating the Arkib@Sekolah archival programme at St. Mary Secondary School today, which was also attended by National Archives director-general Datuk Jaafar Sidek Abdul Rahman. Launched last year, the Progressive RT programme focuses on eight areas, including sustainable livelihoods, community resilience, leadership, well-being, lifelong learning, environmental care, cultural heritage and innovation. Aaron said the move aims to prevent KRTs, or neighbourhood watch areas, from becoming inactive. "We don't want dormant KRTs. Through more programmes, we hope to foster unity, mutual respect and greater acceptance of diversity," he added.
