Gerik:Kota Bharu Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK) has initiated welfare assistance and psychological support for Husna Syakira Abd Halim, a graduating student who lost her parents in a road accident on the East-West Highway in Gerik, Perak.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, UMK expressed its condolences and deep sorrow over the tragedy affecting Husna Syakira, a Bachelor of Entrepreneurship (Logistics and Distribution Trade) student who was scheduled to graduate with honors at the university's 16th Convocation Ceremony.

Upon learning of the incident, the university dispatched a team comprising officials from the Student Wellbeing Division, Student Representative Council delegates, and a Psychological officer to Gerik Hospital. Their mission is to provide welfare support, assist with necessary documentation, and coordinate the needs of the victim's family.

UMK has committed to ongoing support for the family, including managing welfare and other necessary assistance to ensure smooth arrangements.

Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir also extended his condolences via Facebook, noting that the Ministry of Higher Education and UMK will assist with the family's needs, including funeral arrangements. He expressed profound sadness over the event that impacted the graduating student's family.

The accident, which occurred at 1.40 pm, involved a car and a tour bus near the Banjaran Titiwangsa Rest and Service area. The crash resulted in the deaths of a 64-year-old man and his 58-year-old wife, while their 28-year-old son sustained severe injuries.