Kuala Lumpur: The Federal Territories Islamic Religious Council (MAIWP) has allocated RM1.1 million in tithe contributions to assist underprivileged communities across the three Federal Territories through the Nur Ramadan 2025 initiative.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the Federal Territories Department (JWP) stated that RM300,000 from the total amount will be distributed to 1,500 registered asnaf (eligible tithe recipients) and low-income individuals in Labuan. The initiative aims to provide financial support and care during the holy month of Ramadan.

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories), Datuk Seri Dr. Zaliha Mustafa, presented RM200 in cash aid to 300 recipients during the Nur Ramadan Programme at Surau Annur Rahim in Kampung Sungai Buton. The beneficiaries included orphans, senior citizens, single mothers, persons with disabilities (PwD), and economically disadvantaged families.

As part of the Nur Ramadan initiative, Surau Annur Rahim received a RM5,000 grant to improve its facilities, enhancing the comfort and accessibility for congregants. This grant is intended to support the surau in accommodating the needs of the community during Ramadan.

JWP also announced that RM75,000 has been allocated to each Federal Territory to provide iftar (breaking-of-fast meals) and moreh (after prayers supper) for asnaf attending Nur Ramadan programmes. The initiative is designed to ensure that those in need can participate fully in the spiritual and communal aspects of Ramadan.