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Selangor Zakat Distribution RM1.33 Billion vs Collection RM1.31 Billion
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Selangor Zakat Distribution RM1.33 Billion vs Collection RM1.31 Billion

From Utusan Malaysia · (5m ago) Malay Positive tone

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The Selangor Zakat Board distributed RM1.33 billion in 2025, exceeding its collection of RM1.31 billion.
  • Over 60% of the distribution, benefiting more than 75,000 families, was allocated to the poor and needy.
  • The Sultan of Selangor emphasized the need to focus on basic assistance and cautioned against misconceptions about poverty levels in the state.

Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah of Selangor has expressed satisfaction with the performance of the Selangor Zakat Board (Lembaga Zakat Selangor) for the year 2025. The board's distribution of RM1.33 billion, surpassing its collection of RM1.31 billion, highlights a strong commitment to fulfilling its religious and social obligations.

Peningkatan bilangan asnaf baharu ini didorong oleh usaha proaktif Zakat Selangor dalam memperkukuh proses penilaian, pengesanan dan perluasan capaian bantuan kepada keluarga yang layak.

— Sultan Sharafuddin Idris ShahThe Sultan of Selangor highlighting proactive efforts by the Zakat Board in identifying eligible recipients.

The distribution figures reveal that a significant portion, over 60%, was directed towards the poor and needy, assisting more than 75,000 families across the state. This focus on basic needs such as monthly financial aid, food, housing, and educational support is a testament to the board's proactive approach in identifying and assisting eligible recipients. The Sultan's emphasis on these fundamental areas of support is crucial for alleviating hardship and fostering stability within the community.

Daripada data Zakat Selangor bagi tahun 2025 itu, baginda berkenan menegaskan bahawa masih terdapat pertambahan kemiskinan baharu di negeri Selangor iaitu seramai 14,000 keluarga fakir dan miskin.

— Sultan Sharafuddin Idris ShahThe Sultan of Selangor stating that 14,000 new poor and needy families were identified in Selangor in 2025.

Furthermore, the Sultan addressed potential misunderstandings regarding poverty in Selangor. He clarified that while the Zakat Board's interventions have helped over 2,800 families escape poverty, there were still 14,000 new poor and needy families identified in 2025. This distinction is vital to prevent complacency among potential donors and to ensure continued support for those still struggling. The Sultan's concern is that a perception of no extreme poverty could negatively impact zakat collections.

Baginda tidak mahu ada pihak yang salah faham atau keliru dengan kenyataan yang mendakwa tiada lagi kemiskinan tegar di Selangor, walhal masih ada penerima zakat yang dikategorikan sebagai fakir dan asnaf.

— Sultan Sharafuddin Idris ShahThe Sultan of Selangor expressing concern about misconceptions regarding extreme poverty in Selangor.

From Selangor's perspective, the effective management and distribution of zakat are paramount. It represents not just a religious duty but a critical social welfare mechanism. The Sultan's oversight ensures that the Zakat Board operates with transparency, integrity, and accountability, aligning with Islamic principles and the needs of the community. The board's success in both collection and distribution underscores its vital role in the state's socio-economic fabric, demonstrating a responsible stewardship of religious funds for the betterment of society.

Baginda juga khuatir pembayar zakat beranggapan sudah tidak ada lagi fakir miskin di negeri Selangor sehingga boleh menjejaskan jumlah kutipan zakat.

— Sultan Sharafuddin Idris ShahThe Sultan of Selangor worrying that a belief in the absence of poverty could affect zakat collections.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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