RM312.6mil spent under SARA initiative since Aug 31
The finance ministry says more than 4.8 million people have used their RM100 cash aid to buy essentials nationwide.
The finance ministry says more than 4.8 million people have used their RM100 cash aid to buy essentials nationwide.
Overwhelming response on the first day of disbursement caused slowdowns of the payment terminal system, the finance ministry said.
Ameer Ali Mydin appeals to those who do not need the SARA aid immediately to wait and let those from lower-income groups use their RM100 cash aid first.
The one-off payment, to ease the cost-of-living burden, can be used to make purchases at 4,500 shops until Dec 31.