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Selangor's Sultan Sharafuddin has urged Universiti Teknologi MARA to maintain its role as a pathway for economically disadvantaged Malay and Bumiputera students, warning against excluding rural and low-income families from higher education opportunities.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has praised street sweeper M. Kavita for her remarkable dedication in raising five successful children over more than 12 years, recognizing her contributions to society.
Melaka will sponsor 20 children from disadvantaged families for cadet pilot training valued at nearly RM10 million, with four selected initially and 16 more places opening next year.
Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting economically disadvantaged students through expanded scholarships and financial aid, coinciding with the highest new student intake since the university's founding.