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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's public apology to Malaysia's Indian community over past comments regarding Hindu temples reflects his genuine commitment to national unity and inclusive governance, according to a DAP legislator.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated his apology to the Indian community for using an inappropriate term at a Universiti Malaya forum, stressing that admitting mistakes reflects leadership sincerity rather than weakness.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced he will personally oversee all matters concerning the Indian community, taking direct charge while retaining Human Resources Minister Ramanan's operational role.
BN chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has pledged two exco posts for the Indian community if the coalition prevails in the upcoming Negeri Sembilan state election, expressing confidence that MIC can replicate its perfect electoral performance in Johor.
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A political analyst has advised the Indian community in Negeri Sembilan to base their voting decisions on long-term political stability and government performance ahead of the state election on August 1, rather than being swayed by political posturing.
Malaysia's National Registration Department has approved 286 MyKAS applications from the Indian community since 2022, representing a 96 per cent approval rate. The agency has also processed late birth registrations and citizenship applications for the community.
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PKR Central Leadership Council member Dr Gunaraj George has called on Malaysia's Indian community to support Pakatan Harapan in the Johor state election, highlighting the government's track record of economic empowerment and educational initiatives under the MADANI agenda.
The Indian community in Johor, though numerically modest, holds decisive influence over nearly 25 mixed and marginal seats in the state election, according to PKR Central Leadership Council member Dr Gunaraj George, who has appealed for their support.
Malaysia's Startup Accelerator Grant Assistance Programme (Uyarvu MADANI) is accepting applications until July 13, targeting 700 Indian entrepreneurs from lower to middle-income households with grants up to RM50,000.