Formerly an IRB officer, she becomes a Grab driver at 72 after bad investment


Rasamany is a Grab driver to make a living and keep her mind occupied.

MOST retired people would rather spend their golden years embarking on a cruise of a lifetime, or take up a new sport, or indulge in a hobby.

But for 72-year-old Rasamany Vettivelu, her time is spent getting people to their destination safely.

The former assessment officer who worked for the Inland Revenue Board for 39 years, is now a Grab driver, a job which she had no choice but to take on because of financial constraints.

However, she has come to enjoy the job very much.

“Thanks to the amazing people I meet every day, it helps me forget why I had to do it in the first place. I have grown to love it.

“I have made so many friends from all over the world and shared information, knowledge and experiences with them.

“Everyone has problems and stories to share; but it is how we persevere and make the best of what life has to offer that makes it all interesting,’’ said Rasamany.

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RM 13.90/month

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RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

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