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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim clarified that Malaysian Indian community development isn't solely reliant on Mitra's RM100 million annual allocation. Substantial aid is channeled through various ministries, including a half-billion ringgit STR cash aid in 2022 (increasing to RM1 billion in 2025) and a RM1.2 billion Housing Credit Guarantee Scheme. Mitra itself spent RM98.9 million in 2024, benefiting over 122,000 individuals. Additional support includes education subsidies and laptop provisions for Tamil schools. Anwar emphasized a coordinated approach between ministries and Mitra for 2025.
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