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The Finance Ministry (MOF) has revoked the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) aid of a man who publicly admitted owning multiple rental properties while still receiving government assistance
The ministry confirmed to Buletin TV3 that the man is now under investigation under the Income Tax Act 1967 for allegedly failing to declare his rental income.
Further investigations have confirmed that the man does indeed own the properties.
"Based on transfer of ownership records in the Inland Revenue Board's (LHDN) e-Stamp system, the properties are registered under the recipient's and his spouse's names," the ministry said.
"As a result of these findings, his STR and SARA approvals have been revoked," MOF added.
The case comes after the man's social media admission that he owned at least six rental properties while receiving STR and SARA aid totalling RM1,900 annually
In his now-deleted Threads post, the man listed seven properties he owns, including flats, apartments, and a double-storey terrace house, purchased over nearly two decades.
The man previously explained that he deliberately remained in the B40 category so his children could qualify for Public Service Department (JPA) scholarships, framing it as a long-term sacrifice for their education.
He said he sought little for himself as a parent, and that seeing his children succeed was what true wealth meant.
The viral post drew public outrage and sparked calls for property ownership to be considered a factor in determining eligibility for government assistance.
Online commentators also noted that cases like his are far from isolated, with some families receiving aid while living lifestyles that appear far from modest, raising questions about the fairness and effectiveness of welfare programmes.
The Finance Ministry reminded all applicants to provide accurate and truthful information when applying for government aid
It warned that providing false or misleading information could result in legal action and that the government reserves the right to revoke any approved assistance if discrepancies are found.
