Royal Patronage: Her Majesty Graces Breaking-of-Fast Event at Istana Negara
Event Highlights
Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia, recently graced a breaking-of-fast event with single mothers and orphans at Istana Negara. The event was held at the Main Banquet Hall and was attended by several dignitaries, including Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri and Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa.
Guest of Honour
Also present at the event were Federal Territories Department director-general Datuk Seri Noridah Abdul Rahim, Social Welfare Department (JKM) director-general Datuk Che Murad Sayang Ramjan, Federal Territories Islamic Religious Department director Hanifuddin Roslan, and Yayasan Raja Zarith Sofiah Negeri Johor (YRZSNJ) chief executive officer Hishamuddin Abdul Rahim.
Contributions to the Community
During the event, Her Majesty presented contributions through the YRZSNJ to single mothers and orphans from Kuala Lumpur and Johor. The recipients included 60 single mothers who are beneficiaries of JKM and Persatuan Usahawan Muslimah Johor, as well as 240 orphans from Darul Kifayah, Pertubuhan Rahoma Darul Fakir Malaysia, Persatuan Kebajikan An-Najjah Malaysia, Yayasan Anak-Anak Yatim Wardatul Jannah, Asrama Kasih Serendah of the Poverty Eradication Foundation (YBK), and Rumah Kasih Harmoni. The Queen also presented contributions to 20 students from Maahad Tahfiz Dhiya Ul Islah, Kampung Semarak.
Ramadan Tazkirah Programme
Earlier, Her Majesty attended a Ramadan tazkirah programme and performed the Maghrib prayer in congregation, led by Istana Negara religious officer Datuk Munir Md Salleh, at the Main Surau of Istana Negara.
Conclusion
The breaking-of-fast event was a heartwarming occasion that brought together individuals from diverse backgrounds to come together and share in the spirit of Ramadan. Her Majesty’s presence was a testament to her commitment to the well-being and support of the community, particularly the most vulnerable segments such as single mothers and orphans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What was the purpose of the breaking-of-fast event?
A: The event aimed to bring together single mothers and orphans from Kuala Lumpur and Johor to celebrate the breaking of the fast and to provide them with financial assistance and support.
Q: Who attended the event?
A: The event was attended by Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia, as well as several dignitaries, including Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri and Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa.
Q: What were the recipients of the contributions?
A: The contributions were presented to single mothers and orphans from various organizations, including JKM, Persatuan Usahawan Muslimah Johor, Darul Kifayah, Pertubuhan Rahoma Darul Fakir Malaysia, Persatuan Kebajikan An-Najjah Malaysia, Yayasan Anak-Anak Yatim Wardatul Jannah, Asrama Kasih Serendah, and Rumah Kasih Harmoni, as well as students from Maahad Tahfiz Dhiya Ul Islah, Kampung Semarak.