Melaka: Melaka has become the first state in the country to provide the 'lafaz taklik' document in Braille for the visually impaired (PwD) community, as part of efforts to facilitate the process of declaring marriage agreements during their solemnisation. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusof announced that this initiative marks a significant step towards inclusive empowerment in Syariah legislation. It allows PwD couples to fully comprehend their marriage vows and reflects the commitment of religious authorities and marriage institutions to ensure justice and inclusivity for all societal segments.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Ab Rauf commended the Melaka Islamic Religious Department (JAIM) for its efforts in supporting the PwD community by diversifying initiatives that simplify procedures for them to understand and declare taklik through Braille. This initiative demonstrates how the values of Hijrah can be transformed into reform and improvement, making religion and Islamic teachings accessible to all, irrespective of ability or condition.

He made these remarks after the state-level Maal Hijrah 1447H/2025M celebration themed 'Membangun Ummah MADANI' at Masjid Al-Hakeem, Kampung Tehel. The ceremony, officiated by Melaka Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Mohd Ali Mohd Rustam, also saw the launch of the Guidelines and Procedures for the Management of Marriage, Divorce, and Reconciliation among Muslims in Melaka.

Ab Rauf further revealed that the state government has allocated RM86,000 to 12 recipients of the 1447H/2025M Maal Hijrah Awards, acknowledging their contributions and service in strengthening the Muslim community's development in the state. The recipient of the Abu Bakar As-Siddiq Award received an umrah package worth RM10,000 and RM10,000 in cash, while the other 11 awardees received a 'Pakej Kembara Ilmiah' worth RM3,000 and RM3,000 in cash.