Kuala lumpur: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today proposed a voluntary Salary Deduction Scheme (SPG) involving government employees, statutory bodies, and private sector workers to expand the Quran waqf programme nationwide. Ahmad Zahid, who is also the patron of the programme, said the initiative would help ensure its continuity and wider reach.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Ahmad Zahid emphasized that through this scheme, small but consistent contributions can create a significant impact. He made these remarks while officiating the National-Level 2026 Quran Waqf Programme. Present at the event was Yayasan Restu executive chairman Datuk Dr Abdul Latiff Mirasa, who also serves as the chief executive officer of Nasyrul Quran.

Ahmad Zahid mentioned that the scheme administrator should not impose charges on contributors and expressed hope that Angkatan Koperasi Kebangsaan Malaysia Bhd (ANGKASA), expected to manage the deductions, would not levy fees on Nasyrul Quran. He also urged cooperative members nationwide to contribute through ANGKASA to increase waqf Quran production. Efforts are ongoing to translate the Quran into 30 languages and distribute copies to countries where Muslims are a minority.

He further called on social media influencers to encourage their followers to contribute at least one copy of the Quran as waqf. Such contributions support the spread of the Quran and bring blessings to donors. Ahmad Zahid highlighted the need for strategic collaboration between Nasyrul Quran, Yayasan Restu, and social media influencers, including content creators on platforms such as TikTok, to widen outreach through digital platforms.

"Let us use this opportunity, especially with Ramadan approaching, to encourage the public to contribute to the Quran waqf, as it will help sustain this programme," he stated.