The Federal Territories Ministry has overturned its ban on KL soup kitchens. The Ministry also said that it will not penalise the homeless.
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In fact, the Ministry has taken an extra step by suggesting several suitable areas in KL for soup kitchens to set up their operations.
According to a report by The Malaysian Insider, the Federal Territories minister, Datuk Seri Tengku Adnan Mansor, will ensure that those who operate soup kitchens will be monitored by the ministry to ensure that cleanliness is maintained at all times.
“We have identified several suitable locations for the NGOS to operate, based on our observation. Those who have decided not to move can continue operating from their base,” he said.
Early last month, the Minister had released a statement stating that soup kitchens within a 2km radius around the Lot 10 shopping mall had to move out. He also said that beggars and those who help them will have to pay a fine.
“The image of my city is very bad,” he was quoted as saying.
In a recent speech, Tengku Adnan was quoted as saying that “Putrajaya wanted to help the homeless and they should not be living on the street.”
He also said that he “personally went all over the city to understand the issue.”
The minister agreed that that there were many homeless people who genuinely needed help, as well as those who have mental problems. “There must be a better solution,” he said.
Story and quotes from: The Malaysian Insider
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