KUALA LUMPUR: After more than a decade of efforts, SJK (C) Lee Min has received official approval from the Education Ministry to relocate from Kampung Telok Gong to Bandar Bestari, Klang.

At a press conference following the announcement today, the School Relocation Committee chairman Datuk Seri Jason Lee said the first phase of construction for the new school building would cost RM18 million.

He urged the public, prominent political and corporate figures, and major organisations to support the school's construction.

"In Klang, the other 21 Chinese primary schools are already well-established. Only Lee Min requires relocation, and with high construction costs, a significant amount of funding is needed. We hope everyone can contribute generously to support our project," he said.

Lee also expressed gratitude to the ministry for approving the relocation application after 11 years of submissions.

Established in 1944, the school has faced increasing challenges in recent years, including heavy vehicle traffic, worsening pollution, and frequent flooding, all of which have severely impacted the learning environment.

In 2021, the school experienced its worst flood in history, damaging teaching materials and disrupting classes.

A total of 16 flood incidents were recorded in 2022, followed by 10 incidents in 2023 and 18 incidents in 2024, making relocation an urgent necessity.

To lead the relocation initiative, Lee was asked to help by the school's Board of Governors, Parent-Teacher Association (PIBG), and Alumni Association.

In 2023, investigations by the Selangor Department of Irrigation and Drainage confirmed that the current school site is flood-prone.

Following this, the school got approval from the Selangor Chief Minister for a new site in Bandar Bestari, and final approval from the Education Ministry was granted on Nov 26, in 2024, with the school receiving official notification on Feb 5, this year.

KUCHING, 13 Feb: Kerajaan Sarawak sedang giat menjalankan penilaian awal terhadap kerosakan akibat banjir yang melanda wilayah ini dengan senarai awal telah dikenal pasti bagi tindakan lanjut.

Timbalan Premier Sarawak Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas berkata, hasil penilaian itu akan dibawa ke Mesyuarat Kabinet Sarawak sebelum dimajukan kepada Pejabat Perdana Menteri (PMO) dan Agensi Pengurusan Bencana Negara (NADMA).

“Kerajaan Sarawak sedang menilai kerosakan akibat banjir dengan laporan awal akan dibentangkan dalam Mesyuarat Kabinet minggu depan.

“Kita juga akan membawa perkara ini kepada PMO dan NADMA bagi memaklumkan tahap kerosakan akibat banjir,” katanya.

Beliau berkata demikian pada sidang media selepas menerima cek cura berjumlah RM300,000 daripada Yayasan Kebajikan Negara (YKN) yang diketuai Menteri Pembangunan Wanita, Keluarga dan Masyarakat Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri di Wisma Bapa Malaysia hari ini.

Menurutnya, kerosakan yang dikenal pasti merangkumi pembersihan sekolah, rumah penduduk, hospital serta klinik kerajaan dan swasta.

Selain itu, jalan raya yang terputus serta kemudahan awam lain turut mengalami kerosakan serius.

Dalam pada itu, Uggah yang juga Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Pengurusan Bencana Negeri Sarawak (JPBNS) turut memaklumkan sebanyak lapan pusat pemindahan sementara (PPS) masih beroperasi setakat awal pagi tadi yang menempatkan 229 ketua isi rumah (KIR) dengan seramai 677 mangsa.

“Sejak awal banjir, kita telah membuka 86 PPS, termasuk beberapa PPS bagi mangsa tanah runtuh dan kebakaran. Secara keseluruhannya terdapat 4,966 KIR yang terjejas, melibatkan 16,700 mangsa.

“Kini, kebanyakan PPS telah ditutup dan mangsa pulang ke rumah masing-masing,” ujarnya.

Beliau turut menzahirkan penghargaan kepada semua pihak yang terlibat dalam operasi pembersihan pasca banjir terutamanya di Bintulu yang mengalami kesan paling teruk akibat bencana ini. – TVS

A plantation firm has contributed RM250,000 to support emergency response efforts in Johor. Johor Plantations Group Bhd (JPG) through its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative #JPGBerkat made the donation to Waqaf An-Nur Corporation Bhd for the purchase of a disaster relief boat and ambulance.

In a statement, JPG said the contribution bolstered emergency response efforts in Johor, and underscored the company’s dedication to enhancing disaster preparedness, supporting the underprivileged and fostering long-term community resilience.

It was also a key component of JPG’s broader CSR strategy emphasising sustainability, community empowerment and social well-being, the group said.

The official handover took place during a “Jalinan Ukhuwah” programme witnessed by Johor Mentri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi in Kluang.

JPG managing director Mohd Faris Adli Shukery said through #JPGBerkat, the company was dedicated to playing an active role in supporting communities and making a tangible difference in disaster relief efforts.

“At JPG, we believe businesses have a responsibility that extends beyond economic contributions.

“Our support for Waqaf An-Nur will provide vital emergency aid during floods, reinforcing our commitment to sustainability, resilience and social well-being,” said Mohd Faris.

Expressing his gratitude for the generous support Waqaf An-Nur chief executive officer Bukhari Abd Rahman said the contribution from JPG would significantly enhance Briged Waqaf’s ability to respond swiftly and effectively during emergencies.

“Initiatives like this exemplify how CSR can translate into real, positive change in the lives of affected communities.”

JPG in the statement added that the company planned to expand its #JPGBerkat programme, reinforcing its role as a responsible corporate citizen in enhancing disaster preparedness and resilience throughout Johor.

KUCHING, 13 Februari- Yayasan Kebajikan Negara (YKN) menyalurkan sumbangan sebanyak RM300,000 kepada kerajaan Negeri Sarawak bagi membantu penduduk terjejas banjir di negeri itu.

Menteri Pembangunan Wanita, Keluarga dan Masyarakat merangkap Pengerusi YKN, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri, berkata sumbangan tersebut adalah tanda solidariti serta sokongan kepada kerajaan negeri dan penduduk yang terjejas.

Beliau turut mengakui jumlah tersebut tidak mencukupi bagi menampung keperluan keseluruhan, namun penyalurannya melalui Jawatankuasa Pengurusan Bencana Negeri Sarawak (SDMC) dapat memastikan pengagihan yang lebih tersusun.

“SDMC tahu apa yang perlu dilakukan walaupun RM300,000 tidak mencukupi, sekurang-kurangnya ia dapat membantu mereka yang memerlukan, khususnya di kawasan yang terjejas seperti Bintulu dan Miri," katanya.

Beliau menyatakan demikian dalam sidang media selepas Majlis Penyerahan Bantuan Bencana Banjir Sarawak 2025 di Wisma Bapa Malaysia, Kuching.

Dalam sidang media sama, beliau turut mengumumkan bantuan serupa akan disalurkan kepada mangsa banjir di Sabah pada minggu hadapan.

YKN turut mengalu-alukan sumbangan daripada pihak korporat dan individu prihatin bagi memperkukuh usaha membantu mangsa bencana.