Tabung Pahlawan Campaign Has Raises RM2.18 Mln

ALOR GAJAH, July 27 (Bernama) -- The 2025 Tabung Pahlawan Campaign, launched in conjunction with Warriors’ Day, has raised RM2.186 million as of July 24, reflecting the people’s continued support towards the welfare of Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) veterans.

Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said to widen outreach and simplify contributions, the ministry had also introduced a QR code donation campaign as an alternative, targeting a minimum of RM1 from every Malaysian.

“Malaysia has more than 34 million people, imagine if every person contributes at least RM1, the impact would be tremendous.

“That’s why we’ve launched the QR code campaign, which is now widely circulated via social media and official government channels. We hope this will encourage more people to contribute,” he told Bernama after attending a high tea event with Melaka MAF veterans, in conjunction with the 2025 Warriors’ Day celebration at Dataran Gangsa, here today.

Also present were Veterans’ Affairs Department (JHEV) director-general Maj Gen Datuk Semaon Marjuki and JHEV Melaka and Negeri Sembilan director, Major Muhammad Zarifi Tumin.

Earlier at the event, 120 MAF veterans from Melaka, representing 22 associations, were celebrated. They were presented with contributions, including Cost of Living Aid, Higher Education Aid, Home Repair Assistance, and ‘Bakul Rahmah’ food baskets.

At the same time, Adly said 151,000 MAF veterans had registered and were now using the Veteran Digital Card, which was introduced in September last year.

“With the digital card, veterans no longer need to carry a physical card as all their information is now accessible on their smartphones. So for those who haven’t made the switch, we strongly encourage them to do so and to update their information.

“Although the physical card is still in use, the digital version offers easier access for members, especially to information on health, welfare, and other services,” he said.

He added that JHEV regularly updates the system, as the implementation of the digital card not only improves the efficiency of service delivery but also strengthens the government’s efforts to modernise the defence welfare management system in line with current technology.

-- BERNAMA