The call for a unified national salary scheme for imams, muezzins, and caretakers echoes through social activist Mohd Fadli Mohamed Salleh’s statement. He advocates for annual increments and allowances, proposing a respectful payment structure: a base imam salary of RM2,000, varied allowances totaling RM500, yearly increments of RM100.
Minister acknowledging Imam allowance
Furthermore, there are additional allowances ranging from RM100 to RM500 sourced from mosque funds. Minister Na’im Mokhtar acknowledged the current RM850 monthly allowance for nationwide them, administered by JAKIM. Recent social media uproar highlighted an imam receiving below-standard pay without benefits or protection.
This plea underscores the need to honor those who uphold faith, ensuring fair compensation and support.
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