The Malaysian Indian Community Transformation Unit (MITRA) has allocated RM755,390 to improve teaching and learning facilities at 21 Tamil national-type schools (SJKT) across Melaka this year, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen educational opportunities for Indian students.
Human Resources Minister Dato’ Sri R. Ramanan said the allocation covers several educational initiatives, including MADANI furniture assistance, tuition classes, and digital learning facilities such as smartboards. The programmes aim to provide students with better learning environments while supporting the development of Tamil schools in the state.
MADANI Furniture Assistance, Tuition Classes and Smartboards
According to Dato’ Sri Ramanan, the allocation is being channelled through various initiatives implemented in collaboration with MITRA, the Ministry of Education, school administrators and boards of governors.
These efforts are intended to ensure that students directly benefit from the assistance through improved classroom facilities, additional academic support and greater access to digital learning resources. Among the schools receiving assistance is SJKT Jasin Lalang in Ayer Merbau, which received RM47,560 under the initiatives.
MITRA Focuses on Education at All Levels
Dato’ Sri Ramanan also highlighted that MITRA has introduced various educational assistance programmes this year to support Indian students at different stages of their education.
The initiatives cover students from preschool through to public and private higher education institutions, reflecting a broader approach towards strengthening the Indian community’s educational development.
He said MITRA’s approach focuses on ensuring that targeted groups receive assistance suited to their needs at every stage of learning.
Expanding Digital Learning Opportunities in Tamil Schools
Apart from improving physical school facilities, the allocation also emphasises expanding access to technology and digitalisation in Tamil schools.
The introduction of digital learning tools such as smartboards is expected to provide students with more opportunities to engage with technology as part of their classroom experience.
Through these initiatives, MITRA continues to support efforts to improve educational facilities and create better learning opportunities for Indian students in Melaka.
Source: Malaymail
