RM700mil Sara funds to reduce financial strain

Borhan buying groceries with the Sara aid. — Bernama

The “Sumbangan Asas Rahmah” (Sara), a government aid initiative to help the underprivileged buy essential items, has been increased to RM1,200 this year to offset the rising cost of living.

Rubiah Uthman, 66, said that although some might see the amount as small, it was quite substantial for needy folk like her. She works as a road sweeper.