Over 1,300 neglected kids placed in 39 welfare bodies nationwide, says Women’s Ministry

By MARTIN CARVALHO, RAGANANTHINI VETHASALAM, JUNAID IBRAHIM and BENJAMIN LEE

KUALA LUMPUR: There are 1,365 children seeking shelter, protection or rehabilitation with welfare institutions nationwide, says Datuk Aiman Athirah Sabu.

The Deputy Women, Family and Community Development Minister said these children are currently being housed in 39 institutions under the Welfare Department.

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