Kuala Lumpur: The Sultan of Kedah Al Aminul Karim Sultan Sallehuddin Sultan Badlishah has called on successful Kedah-born individuals to give back and contribute to the state.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, His Royal Highness said they could contribute in various forms, including tithes, charity, endowments, investments, professional expertise, and social initiatives, all aimed at advancing Kedah’s development. The Sultan emphasized that the success of individuals should not be celebrated and enjoyed only on a personal level; instead, it should be regarded as a trust and responsibility to give back to the state.

During the investiture ceremony of state awards, medals, and honours in conjunction with the Kedah Ruler’s 83rd birthday celebration at Istana Anak Bukit, the Sultan expressed gratitude for Kedah’s strong investment performance, which continues to show growth, reflecting investors’ confidence in the state’s potential as a competitive and stable investment destination. However, His Royal Highness stressed that the state’s economic growth must be holistic, inclusive, and bring direct benefits to the people.

Sultan Sallehuddin also addressed concerns over the spread of deviant teachings and ideologies that pose a threat to security. He urged the Kedah State Islamic Religious Council, mosques, surau, and religious schools to play a more active role in curbing deviant teachings, misguided ideologies, and radical influences.

The ceremony was attended by the Sultanah of Kedah Sultanah Maliha Tengku Ariff, Raja Muda of Kedah Tengku Sarafudin Badlishah, and Tunku Mahkota of Kedah Tunku Shazuddin Ariff, along with Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, State Secretary Datuk Seri Norizan Khazali, and members of the state executive council.