Petaling Jaya:Kuala Lumpur A total of 8,690 candidates from Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) and Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) have gained from the 2026 Tamil Language Excellence Empowerment Programme. This initiative, led by the Malaysian Indian Community Transformation Unit (MITRA) under the Ministry of Human Resources, involved an allocation of RM901,680.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the programme was implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Education as part of the MADANI Government's strategy to enhance academic achievement and Tamil language proficiency. The initiative aims to support students from the Indian community by boosting their motivation, self-confidence, and examination preparedness.

Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan emphasized the government's commitment to educational development within the Indian community, noting that 7,897 SPM candidates and 793 STPM candidates who took the Tamil Language paper benefited from the programme. MITRA's efforts are not limited to educational assistance but include academic interventions that directly impact student achievement.

Ramanan highlighted the importance of the Tamil language as a cultural treasure that should be upheld by future generations. He officiated the programme at the Omnia Auditorium, Menara BAC, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, with nearly 300 SPM candidates and 50 educators in attendance.

The statement from MITRA also mentioned ongoing efforts to strengthen educational initiatives through Kalvi MADANI. This includes strategic collaborations with the Ministry of Education, state education departments, and relevant institutions, ensuring more students from the Indian community benefit from targeted academic development programmes.