GEORGETOWN, March 12 – In recognition of the invaluable contributions of the Penang State Civil Servants, who serve as the backbone of the State Government, the Penang State Government has approved the Aidilfitri Special Financial Assistance (BKKA) for the year 2024. This assistance amounts to half a month’s salary with a minimum payment of RM1,200.00 to all State Civil Servants.
Simultaneously, a BKKA of RM300 will also be provided to supervisors and teachers of Al-Quran and Fardu Ain (KAFA) classes, teachers of People’s Religious Primary Schools (SRAR) and People’s Religious Secondary Schools (SMAR), as well as staff of SRAR, SMAR, and Government-Aided Religious Schools (SABK), Tahfiz teachers, Islamic boarding schools (pondok) and kindergartens (TADIS), as well as teachers and staff of private Chinese schools in the state of Penang.
Additionally, the BKKA will also be extended to Local Authorities (PBT), Statutory Bodies, and State Government Subsidiaries, subject to their respective financial capabilities. The BKKA is scheduled to be disbursed on March 15, 2024, involving an estimated total allocation of RM7.44 million to the State Government. Overall, this assistance is aimed at alleviating the financial burden of state civil servants, particularly in preparation for the celebration of Aidilfitri this year.
