SHAH ALAM, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- The Selangor government will review the management of funeral service packages for non-Muslims to ensure that the charges remain reasonable and affordable for bereaved families and next-of-kin.
State Investment, Trade and Mobility Committee chairman Ng Sze Han, who also chairs the special committee on Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Sikhism and Taoism (LIMAS), said the matter would be discussed in detail with the relevant stakeholders.
“Public crematorium facilities are being implemented to ensure equitable access for all levels of society, including the low-income (B40) group, so they can utilise cremation services at affordable rates.
“In addition, local authorities (PBTs) will collaborate with the private sector to offer more affordable rates for residents in need,” he said at the Selangor state assembly sitting here today.
He said this in his reply to a question from R. George Gunarajah (PH-Sentosa), who asked about the latest status of crematorium development or upgrades in Selangor, as well as the accessibility of these facilities for all groups, including the B40.
Meanwhile, Ng said the state government had directed all local authorities to identify suitable sites for the construction of new crematoriums to meet the needs of the growing population.
“However, there are several constraints, including the proximity of proposed sites to residential and commercial areas. We are, therefore, still in the process of identifying appropriate locations,” he said.
“As of last October, Selangor has eight public crematoriums - one each in Shah Alam, Klang, Petaling Jaya and Sepang, and two in Subang Jaya - while two more are under construction in Kuala Langat and Hulu Selangor,” he said.
Ng added that the implementation of the Khairat Darul Ehsan (KDE) programme is among the state government’s initiatives to ease funeral arrangements, providing RM1,000 in cash assistance to individuals aged 50 and above, as well as persons with disabilities (OKU).
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