Penang: The Ministry of Youth and Sports (KBS) has agreed to increase the allocation of the Community Sports Fund (DSK) for Penang after the state became one of the earliest and fastest to fully utilise the RM800,000 fund channeled this year. Its Minister, Dr. Mohammed Taufiq Johari, announced that the National Youth and Sports Department (JBSN) will submit an application to secure the additional allocation.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Dr. Mohammed Taufiq Johari emphasized that Penang is among the earliest and fastest to exhaust the Community Sports Fund. He stated that JBSN will submit an application, and he has agreed for Penang to receive additional funding. He urged youth organisations to use the funds effectively, engage with the grassroots level, and ensure the continuation of sports programs.

The Minister highlighted that the DSK is not only aimed at supporting sports activities and developing athletes but also serves as a platform to connect young people with the local community. In addition to the DSK, KBS has also allocated the Sports Matching Grant for Window 1 and Window 2 amounting to RM500,000, as well as Assistance to Youth Organisations for the Year 2026 totaling RM106,000 to Penang.

He further explained that this allocation is a government investment to expand access to community sports activities, empower youth organisations, promote a healthy lifestyle, and increase youth participation in development programs. Dr. Mohammed Taufiq also encouraged Penang's youth organisations to actively apply for Sejati MADANI funds following the Prime Minister's approval of a RM250 million allocation for youth organisations across the country.

He stressed the importance of continuous implementation of youth development programs to ensure they deliver high impact and direct benefits to the target groups. State Youth, Sports, and Health Committee Chairman, Daniel Gooi Zi Sen, was also present during the announcement.