Ensure Second Generation Remains in Felda

A proposal to construct two or three houses on a single plot of Felda land is gaining traction as a potential solution to keep the second generation settled within the Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) schemes. This initiative is particularly crucial as many children of original settlers find themselves unable to afford new land due to soaring prices, often reaching hundreds of thousands of ringgit.

A'ripin Zakaria, Chief of Felda Kemahang 1 settlers, expressed strong support for the idea, noting that it would allow second-generation settlers to remain in their established communities without the burden of purchasing new plots. "We are all for it if one lot can accommodate two or three houses. The children of settlers with small salaries simply cannot afford land now," he stated. "If building houses behind the settlers' homes is permitted, it would be very welcome. In fact, some are already building two or three houses on one lot."

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We are all for it if one lot can accommodate two or three houses. The children of settlers with small salaries simply cannot afford land now. If building houses behind the settlers' homes is permitted, it would be very welcome. In fact, some are already building two or three houses on one lot.

This proposal comes in the wake of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's announcement of seven special incentives for Felda settlers, collectively valued at nearly RM2 billion. These incentives encompass debt waivers for settlers, housing provisions for the second generation, educational support, healthcare benefits, and digital literacy programs, all coinciding with the Felda Settlers' Day celebration and the 70th anniversary of Felda.

Regarding the debt waiver announced by the government, A'ripin acknowledged the significant relief it would provide to settlers, with the amount varying based on individual eligibility. "We hope what the government announced will truly be implemented. Let it not just be an announcement without the implementation reaching the settlers," he urged, emphasizing the need for concrete action following the announcement.

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We hope what the government announced will truly be implemented. Let it not just be an announcement without the implementation reaching the settlers.