The Selangor state government will extend financial assistance to 87 Tamil schools (SJKT) under its 2026 State School Assistance Programme, with the offer letters set to be presented during the Selangor State Deepavali Open House on November 14, 2026.
The announcement was made by Selangor EXCO for Human Resources and Poverty Eradication, YB Papparaidu Veraman, in a Facebook post, highlighting the state government’s continued commitment to strengthening Tamil school education and improving learning facilities.
The Deepavali open house will take place at Dataran Klang@Padang Chetty, Klang, where eligible schools will receive assistance ranging from RM30,000 to RM120,000 each, depending on the allocation guidelines.
Under the programme, each school is required to divide the funds equally, with 50% allocated towards curriculum development and another 50% for infrastructure improvements.
The allocation aims to support both the academic development of students and the upgrading of school facilities, ensuring that pupils have access to better learning environments and opportunities to develop essential skills.
YB Papparaidu said the state government remains committed to ensuring that education receives due attention regardless of race, religion or background.
He also invited Tamil school communities, educators, parents and members of the public to attend the celebration and witness the presentation of the assistance offer letters.
The initiative reflects the importance of investing in education as a foundation for the future, while ensuring that Tamil schools continue to receive support in strengthening their academic programmes and infrastructure.
Source: Papparaidu Veeraman Facebook
