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RM2 Billion Cash Aid Announced Before Deepavali Celebration

10/11/2025

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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's government will distribute RM2 billion in cash before Deepavali.
Payments for Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) Phase 4 move to October 18.
The program aims to ease rising living costs for the Indian community.
In 2026, government allocates RM13 billion for STR and SARA to benefit nearly nine million recipients.
SARA will expand to more retailers and raise monthly benefits, with RM15 billion funded by subsidy reforms.

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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's government will distribute RM2 billion in cash before Deepavali.
Payments for Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) Phase 4 move to October 18.
The program aims to ease rising living costs for the Indian community.
In 2026, government allocates RM13 billion for STR and SARA to benefit nearly nine million recipients.
SARA will expand to more retailers and raise monthly benefits, with RM15 billion funded by subsidy reforms.