Unfazed by scorching heat, Sungai Layar residents throng Rahmah Sales programme
Some 300 residents in Sungai Layar here thronged the Rahmah Madani Sale organised by the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) at Masjid Al Majidi here yesterday morning.
A check by Bernama found that the crowd was not put off by the scorching heat as they queued to purchase daily essentials sold at 10 to 30 per cent below market prices.
Beverage vendor Puteh Samsuddin, 70, said she arrived at 10am to obtain groceries such as sugar, rice and beverages.
“It’s cheap here – rice is RM14 per 5kg pack compared to RM18 elsewhere, and cordial drinks are RM4 compared to RM6.
“It significantly helps the people here save on expenses,” she said.
Housewife Haslinda Ismail, 34, shared that she purchased groceries and essentials for use throughout Ramadan, particularly rice, sugar, detergent, salted fish and soy sauce.
According to her, folks here had been eagerly awaiting the programme given its location, which made it convenient for them to just ride their motorcycles.
“I came to buy salted fish and essentials for Ramadan. I hope there will be more such programmes because it helps us save compared to buying at grocery stores,” said the mother of three.
Despite experiencing some fatigue from fasting, 64-yearold Rokiah Arshad expressed her determination to come and purchase essential items to save some money.
“We wish there could be more events like this during Ramadan because the things are cheap and it helps us save money. We’re thankful to the government for caring about the people’s wellbeing,” she said.