SHAH ALAM, Dec 1 — The increased allocations under the 2026 Selangor Budget for multi-stream education, non-Islamic religious affairs and new village development is expected to deliver significant benefits to those involved.
The move also reflects the state's long-term commitment to the multiracial communities and religious groups.
State executive councillor for investment, trade and mobility Ng Sze Han said the Selangor government has consistently supported schools of all streams, even though education does not fall under state jurisdiction.
He said the state plays an active supplementary role to ensure fair treatment for all schools, from Chinese primary schools to private secondary schools.
“In an increasingly competitive global landscape, talent remains the nation’s most crucial resource. Education is not only a long-term investment, but also the foundation of the country’s future,” he told Media Selangor.
Ng added that allocations for technical and vocational education and training (TVET) will be more targeted next year to nurture industry-relevant talent.
Previously, when tabling the 2026 Selangor Budget, Menteri Besar Dato' Seri Amirudin Shari announced that RM30 million will be allocated next year to improve the facilities of all types of schools in Selangor to ensure a conducive learning environment, its highest ever.
This year, the state channelled RM6 million to 114 Chinese primary schools (SJKCs), while four Chinese independent schools — Hin Hua, Pin Hwa, Kwang Hua and Chung Hua in Klang — received a combined RM500,000 each. Another RM1 million was allocated to 25 national-type and mission secondary schools to upgrade facilities.
Non-Islamic religious funding
Funding for non-Islamic religious bodies has also been raised from RM6 million to RM8 million, with a long-term aspiration to reach RM10 million.
Selangor Special Committee of Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Sikh, and Tao Religions in Selangor (Limas) co-chairman Dato' Ng Suee Lim said the 2026 budget is comprehensive and reflects the state’s commitment to safeguarding the welfare of all religious communities.
“In the past, non-Islamic religious affairs were rarely prioritised, but since Pakatan Harapan took over Selangor, we have ensured these groups benefit from development,” he said.
This year’s RM6 million allocation was distributed as follows: Buddhist and Taoist groups (RM3,628,000), Hindu groups (RM1,725,000), Christian groups (RM565,200) and Sikh groups (RM81,600).
Fellow LIMAS co-chairman Papparaidu Veraman said next year’s allocation will see 60.47 per cent channelled to Buddhist and Taoist organisations, 28.75 per cent to Hindu groups, 9.42 per cent to Christian bodies, and 1.36 per cent to Sikh organisations.
New village allocation
Meanwhile, the allocation for new village development will remain at RM4 million, covering all 77 new villages, fishing villages and resettlement areas — making it one of the highest state-level provisions for new villages in the country.
The funds will be used primarily for infrastructure upgrades.
Suee Lim said over the past 17 years, Selangor has consistently invested in improving new village facilities.
“Anyone entering a new village in Selangor, even fishing villages, will find well-equipped facilities, though some areas still need further upgrades,” he said.
He added that although some new villages are gradually urbanising, many traditional features remain intact and should be preserved for future generations.
“New villages are priceless heritage. We welcome visitors from across the country and abroad to experience the unique appeal of Selangor’s new villages."
