ASAJAYA: The National Integration and Unity Department plays an effective role in uniting the various communities in the state, says Social Development (Youth) Assistant Minister Datuk Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah.
“The setting up of Kawasan Rukun Tetangga (KRT) in the rural areas is a vital means of enhancing relationship and cooperation among the various ethnicities.
“From what I observe, the department, through the KRT, has taken a positive step towards creating communties that are united in all aspects,” he said.
Karim said this while officiating at the Kampung Bangka Semong KRT Carnival yesterday, held in conjunction with its third anniversary celebration.
KRTs established by village committees, he said, would always strive towards building viable and safe villages through its various actitivities.
“We hope this effort of the KRT can continue inorder to strengthen solidairty among the people,” he said.
The state assemblyman for Asajaya also wanted the 11 KRT in his constituency to remain active by organising suitable programmes and activities for all ages.
