Idris moots higher allowances for grassroots leaders

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Sarawak government has been urged to consider an increase in the monthly allowance for community leaders and village chiefs (KMKK).

State Legislative Assembly (DUN) Deputy Speaker Datuk Idris Buang said he would request the state government to review this matter.

He explained that currently, the monthly allowance for community leaders is RM1,300 while village chiefs receive RM900.

“Community leaders often play a crucial role in grassroots governance, requiring time and effort to address local issues, coordinate community activities, and act as a liaison between residents and the government.

“The responsibilities of community leaders need a reassessment to ensure a fair increase in their monthly allowances based on their efforts and contributions,” he said.

He was speaking at the 2024-2026 Annual Meeting of Samarahan KMKK on Saturday (Jan 13).

Additionally, the Muara Tuang assemblyman announced an allocation of RM30,000 to the KMKK Club of the Samarahan District for its annual activities.

He also presented certificates of appreciation to former committee members of the KMKK Club for the Samarahan District for the 2021–2023 session.

During the presentation, he also announced a one-off grant of RM1,000 to retired KMKK members in the Muara Tuang and Stakan constituency areas as a token of appreciation for their dedicated service.

Present at the event were Samarahan District Officer Ahmad Abdul Razak, Samarahan Malay Temenggong Chek Bujang, and Samarahan District Pemanca Seli Hasan.