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The Star
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Five foundations uplift Johor communities
HIS Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has long been known as a compassionate Ruler with a deep sense of duty to his people. Come rain or shine, His Majesty always stands by Malaysians, not only by providing aid but also by being physically present to offer moral support during difficult times. Beyond lending support during disasters, His Majesty and the rest of the Johor royal family have also established five charitable foundations dedicated to serving the people, namely the Sultanah Rogayah Foundation (YSR), Sultanah Fatimah Foundation (YSF), Sultan Ibrahim Johor Foundation (YSIJ), Raja Zarith Sofiah of Johor Foundation (YRZSJ) and Tunku Laksamana Johor Cancer Foundation (TLJCF). Each foundation focuses on different segments of society in Johor but all share the same goal – to uplift and support the community. The YSR focuses on uplifting the Indian community through initiatives in education, welfare and entrepreneurship, while the YSF primarily supports the Chinese community, with emphasis on education and financial aid. The YSIJ supports a wide range of charitable initiatives, including disaster relief, education, housing and healthcare. The YRZSJ concentrates on educational programmes, while the TLJCF is devoted to providing medical aid and support for cancer patients. Although these foundations primarily serve the people of Johor, His Majesty has also extended assistance to other states in his capacity as the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. Datuk Avinderjit Singh, YSIJ managing trustee, stated that their assistance extended beyond Johor, including 87,814 cubic tents delivered to state disaster committees nationwide. 'At the moment, we continue to focus on efforts to extend donations to Johoreans, as that is the main vision and mission behind the foundation. 'However, His Majesty has also channelled aid to other states since assuming the role of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. 'This includes providing thousands of tents to flood-hit states, distributing over 1,428 food baskets to families in Melaka and donating laptops to students in Labuan,' he said. He noted that in 2024 alone, the foundation channelled allocations worth about RM4.2mil, including RM1.5mil in cash. 'The allocations cover various initiatives, including those focusing on education, housing, health and disaster relief. 'His Majesty is also a very hands-on Ruler who ensures that the allocation reaches the right people,' he said, adding that His Majesty has a big heart. Echoing this sentiment is YSIJ chief executive officer Mohd Anizam Jamian, who is also the founding chief executive officer of the TLJCF. 'Sultan Ibrahim's generosity is beyond what one could imagine. His Majesty is willing to go above and beyond to ensure his subjects are well taken care of. 'His Majesty always keeps a close eye on things happening on the ground and is often the first to extend a helping hand. 'Over the years I have served under the royal foundations, I have seen and felt His Majesty's and the royal family's sincerity,' he said. Meanwhile, YSR chairman Datuk R. Sugumaran said the establishment of the foundations is a testimony to His Majesty's love and compassion for the people. 'Being the kind-hearted Ruler that he is, His Majesty established five foundations in Johor to eradicate poverty and improve the people's quality of life. 'Sultan Ibrahim wants his people to live a dignified life, with no one left below the poverty line. 'His Majesty is also firm when it is necessary. His Majesty is a leader who wants to see his people succeed,' he said. Sugumaran, a former police officer and Sultan Ibrahim's former aide-de-camp, said the YSR is deeply committed to improving the lives of the Indian community. 'We focus on three key areas, namely education, welfare and entrepreneurship. We study each case thoroughly to ensure that aid reaches the right hands,' he said. He added that the foundation also places special emphasis on women's empowerment, students, the poor and individuals with special needs. 'Among the assistance we have provided are payments for tuition fees for underprivileged students, coverage of utility bills for those in need, subsidies for operation costs, and the provision of prosthetic limbs and other essential items from time to time. 'We also assist entrepreneurs who face challenges in starting their businesses,' he said, adding that the foundation continuously reviews its initiatives to stay relevant. YSF chairman Mejar Cina Datuk David Wong Khong Soon said that while the foundation primarily focuses on the Chinese community, they are committed to assisting individuals of all races. 'For now, our focus remains on serving those in Johor, but if the need arises, we are ready to assist on a national level. 'The YSF has gone across all districts in Johor several times, so we are well prepared to expand our reach nationwide whenever and wherever help is needed,' he said. He added that among the initiatives carried out last year were the allocation of RM1.5mil in financial aid to 3,000 Chinese high school students, and the awarding of bursaries worth RM1mil to 500 students of Southern University College. 'This year, we will again be providing RM1.5mil in financial aid to 3,000 Chinese high school students statewide, and RM1mil in bursaries to students at Southern University College. 'We will also renovate teachers' offices in 10 Chinese high schools with a total allocation of RM50,000,' he added.
The Hindu
27-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Andhra Pradesh govt. renames YSR district as ‘YSR Kadapa'
The Andhra Pradesh government on Monday officially renamed YSR District as YSR Kadapa District, restoring the historical reference of Kadapa to the district's name. The G.O. Ms. No. 170 order was issued in this regard by G. Jayalakshmi, Special Chief Secretary, Revenue Department. The decision came just a day before the TDP Mahanadu event, scheduled to be held in Kadapa from May 27 to 29. Originally known as Kadapa district, it was renamed in 2010 as YSR District in memory of former Chief Minister Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy after his demise in 2009. The district is the home turf of both YSR and his son, YSRCP president and former Chief Ministrer Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy. The word Kadapa means threshold in Telugu language. The town served as a gateway for pilgrims visiting Tirupati. The spelling 'Cuddapah' was officially changed to Kadapa in 2005.
The Hindu
18-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Six ministers review arrangements for TDP's maiden Mahanadu in Kadapa
With the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) deciding to hold its annual conclave 'Mahanadu' in Kadapa from May 27 to 29, the party's functionaries in various levels have swung into action to make it a success. The party has held its Mahanadu at various places over the past forty years of its existence, and this time around, the Kadapa district unit has been tasked with organising the conclave. Notably, the party won a majority of seats in the undivided Kadapa during the general elections held last year, thus gaining strength in the district, which was a bastion of the YSR family for four decades. Six Cabinet ministers, V. Anitha (Home), Payyavula Keshav (Finance), B.C. Janardhan Reddy (Roads and Buildings), A. Satya Prasad (Revenue), S. Savitha (Handloom and Textiles) and Nimmala Rama Naidu (Water Resources), along with TDP State president Palla Srinivasa Rao, politburo member R. Srinivasa Reddy, Member of Parliament (Chittoor) Daggumalla Prasada Rao and former ministers N. Amarnatha Reddy and Devineni Umamaheswara Rao participated in a meeting held to review the arrangements on Sunday (May 18). Just like the annual procedure, party chief N. Chandrababu Naidu, on the first day, will file his nomination for the post of the national president of the party, set to be unanimously approved the second day. The party will discuss challenges and issues pertaining to the development of the State and the party's role to overcome them. Several resolutions would be passed on the third day after deliberations. Mr. Srinivasa Reddy, who is also the president of the party's district unit, explained to the media the arrangements made at the venue in Pabbapuram in Chintakommadinne mandal of the district. 'Several committees have been formed and the responsibilities have been entrusted to leaders at various levels. It is now time for action for the party functionaries to ensure arrangements for the lakhs of party workers who will attend the annual conclave', he said.
Hans India
06-05-2025
- General
- Hans India
Week-long Ganga Jathara begins today
Tirupati: Stage is set for the colourful week-long Tatayyagunta Gangamma Jathara, which will take off on Tuesday. The Jathara will start with traditional 'Chatimpu', which will be held early in the morning on Tuesday, which will be followed by a series of religious events. Devotees wearing various attires will offer prayers to Gangamma during the seven days fete. The attires include Bairagi Vesham (May 7), Banda Vesham (May 8), Thoti Vesham (May 9), Dora Vesham (May 10), Mathangi Vesham (May 11), Sunnapu Kundalu (May 12), and Jathara (May 13). The festival will conclude with Viswaroopa darshanam on the early morning of Wednesday (May 14). Municipal Corporation Commissioner Narapureddy Mourya along with various departments officials on Monday visited, giving final touches to the preparations. She directed the officials of town planning department to ensure the shop keepersnot to encroach roads and see devotees proceed to the temples without any hindrance. In the vegetable market, which was earmarked for women devotees to prepare Pongallu to offer to the Goddess, the health department take all steps for round the clock sanitation and cleaning. The Commissioner said cultural programmes will also be held daily during the Jathara adding more to the spiritual tempo. Regarding parking, Mourya said TUDA office campus should be allotted for VIP parking and no vehicles should be allowed beyond YSR statue at TUDA junction. She also inspected the additional queue lines set up to cope with the heavy rush of devotees expected during the Jathara. She urged the officials to ensure no inconvenience to common devotees and all basic facilities including drinking water should be made available round the clock. Yadav Corporation Chairman Narasimha Yadav, Deputy Mayors Mudra Narayana, R C Munikrishna, RDO Rammohan, ASP Ravi Manoharachari, SEs Syam Sundar, Krishna Reddy, DSPs Ramakrishnamachari, Bhakthavatsalam, TUDA EE Raveendra were present.
Hans India
05-05-2025
- General
- Hans India
Finally! Madhira town's long-standing dream comes true
Khammam: Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka performed the bhoomi puja to mark the beginning of construction work for the underground drainage near the YSR statue in Madhira town. Speaking on the occasion on Sunday, Bhatti informed that the work has been started with a sanction of Rs 128 crore to fulfil the long-standing desire of the people to establish underground drainage in Madhira town. He said that the government will take steps to provide better basic facilities to the people in the town. 'The construction of the underground drainage project in Madhira town has been undertaken with a cost of Rs 128 crore, and the funds for this are being raised through the Telangana Urban Finance Infrastructure Development Corporation,' the Deputy Chief Minister said. The Dy CM said that as part of the underground drainage, a 99.56 km long sewerage pipeline, connections to 6,638 houses, and four sewage treatment plants are being constructed. A 5 MLD STP will be constructed on Rayapatnam Road at the old dumping yard, a 0.9 MLD STP in Madupalli, a 0.4 MLD STP at Madhira Lake in Amberpet, and a 0.5 MLD STP at the Illandulapadu Sub-Registrar Office. Major storm water drains and RCC retaining wall will also be constructed. Bhatti instructed concerned officials to complete the installation of EMS equipment, and that these works will be completed within two years. The construction company will have to maintain the works for 5 years after the completion in order to undertake the underground drainage works in Madhira town with quality. He said that the concerned officials should continuously monitor the underground drainage construction works and ensure that there is no compromise on the quality standards. He said that the construction of underground drainage will improve the health of the city residents, reduce the spread of seasonal diseases, and contribute to increasing sanitation and greenery in the town. Wyra MLA Malothu Ramdas Nayak, State Warehouses Corporation Chairman Rayala Nageswara Rao, Khammam RDO Narasimha Rao, DCC President Puvvala Durga Prasad, and others present on the day.
