Summary
- Government plans university pathways for traditional pondok students.
- Kelantan receives RM6.63 million for 42 Islamic institutions in 2026.
- Anwar announces continued support for religious education and facilities.
KOTA BHARU, November 1 — Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the government is working to create university pathways for students from traditional Islamic religious schools.
Known as pondok institutions. He said Islamic scholars have been tasked with developing proposals to expand educational opportunities while preserving religious traditions.
Anwar said Kelantan received RM9.36 million for 23 Islamic institutions in 2025, with another RM6.628 million approved for 42 institutions this year.
The government will also continue upgrading religious education facilities, while RM200,000 was contributed to Madrasah Ar-Rahmaniah Ad-Diniah Pondok Lubuk Tapah.
