Government to Enhance Islamic Education and Healthcare in Kelantan

Kota Bharu:The government is set to bolster the development of Islamic education in Kelantan, focusing on financial support, infrastructure improvement, and empowerment of traditional educational institutions, as stated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Anwar emphasized the government's commitment to implementing targeted initiatives to ensure Islamic educational institutions in Kelantan, particularly religious and pondok schools, have a conducive learning environment. The government has allocated RM9.36 million for 23 Islamic educational institutions in 2025 and approved an additional RM6.628 million this year for 42 other institutions.

Prime Minister Anwar, who also serves as Finance Minister, expressed his commitment to fairness and wisdom in administration, aiming to uplift the dignity of the people and the nation. Speaking at the 'Sebarkan Salam@Kota Bharu Berselawat’ Programme at Masjid Muhammadi, he highlighted the government's efforts to fund periodic maintenance, repair works, and the upgrading of mosque facilities, alongside dialysis treatment support.

Additionally, Anwar announced the approval for robotic surgical technology at Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia (HUSM) in Kubang Kerian, aiming to enhance healthcare services in the state for patient comfort. Present at the event were key officials, including Dr. Zulkifli Hasan, Marhamah Rosli, and Kelantan Menteri Besar Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud.