(Kuching, 16th) The Sarawak government continues to strengthen the development of rural communities by implementing comprehensive measures covering various aspects such as society, infrastructure, and education.
The Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Dato Francis Harden, stated that such all-round measures are crucial as they ensure the welfare of rural populations develops in tandem with Sarawak's growth.
He made these remarks yesterday at the opening ceremony of the Sri Aman District Council (MDSA) Community Development Program.
This event was held in conjunction with a community clean-up campaign, aiming to raise residents' awareness of the importance of cleanliness, safety, and public health.
At the event, the authorities also awarded multiple financial aids to support local community activities, including a RM5,000 donation to the Kampung Kenyungan Village Development and Security Committee, a RM3,000 donation to the Women's Bureau, and a RM2,000 donation to the Neighbourhood Committee.
As the State Assemblyman for Sri Aman, he also officiated the launch of several upgrade projects in the area, covering roads, drainage, and electricity. The projects mainly involved several parts, including the upgrading of the fire-destroyed Tr. Siliver Garit longhouse with a cost of RM200,000, a drainage project costing RM150,000, and an electricity system upgrade costing RM100,000.
To further strengthen infrastructure development, the government also allocated an additional RM120,000 through the Rural Transformation Program (RTP) for the maintenance of roads and drainage systems.
Meanwhile, Dato Francis Harden also inspected SK Batu Lintang, a national primary school located in Undop, in conjunction with the Year Six Dual Language Program (UP-DLP) assessment tests in English, Mathematics, and Science.
The visit aimed to ensure the examination proceeded smoothly and complied with the standard operating procedures set by the Sarawak Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development (MEITD).
A total of 12 examinees took part in the exam at the school, assisted by three invigilators.
The overall examination was orderly and proceeded without issues.
"We hope rural communities will continue progressing, becoming clean, safe, and competitive, and this requires not only infrastructure development but also education, as education forms the foundation for the younger generation's future."
The Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Dato Francis Harden, stated that such all-round measures are crucial as they ensure the welfare of rural populations develops in tandem with Sarawak's growth.
He made these remarks yesterday at the opening ceremony of the Sri Aman District Council (MDSA) Community Development Program.
This event was held in conjunction with a community clean-up campaign, aiming to raise residents' awareness of the importance of cleanliness, safety, and public health.
At the event, the authorities also awarded multiple financial aids to support local community activities, including a RM5,000 donation to the Kampung Kenyungan Village Development and Security Committee, a RM3,000 donation to the Women's Bureau, and a RM2,000 donation to the Neighbourhood Committee.
As the State Assemblyman for Sri Aman, he also officiated the launch of several upgrade projects in the area, covering roads, drainage, and electricity. The projects mainly involved several parts, including the upgrading of the fire-destroyed Tr. Siliver Garit longhouse with a cost of RM200,000, a drainage project costing RM150,000, and an electricity system upgrade costing RM100,000.
To further strengthen infrastructure development, the government also allocated an additional RM120,000 through the Rural Transformation Program (RTP) for the maintenance of roads and drainage systems.
Meanwhile, Dato Francis Harden also inspected SK Batu Lintang, a national primary school located in Undop, in conjunction with the Year Six Dual Language Program (UP-DLP) assessment tests in English, Mathematics, and Science.
The visit aimed to ensure the examination proceeded smoothly and complied with the standard operating procedures set by the Sarawak Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development (MEITD).
A total of 12 examinees took part in the exam at the school, assisted by three invigilators.
The overall examination was orderly and proceeded without issues.
"We hope rural communities will continue progressing, becoming clean, safe, and competitive, and this requires not only infrastructure development but also education, as education forms the foundation for the younger generation's future."