By Norrasyidah Arshad
SHAH ALAM, May 10 — The Tahfiz Legalisation Programme 2.0 will introduce several new methods to allow privately run religious stream schools to continue operating, said state executive councillor for Islamic affairs and innovation Dr Mohammad Fahmi Ngah.
He said the methods, which cover all aspects — particularly the safety of students and teachers — will be announced on June 1.
“These methods are only temporary as the existing procedures take a long time to be approved (for operational permission).
“This causes operators to be unable to comply with local authority requirements, thus they are not allowed to operate,” Fahmi said.
He added that, to date, 606 schools have registered to participate in the programme managed by the Selangor Tahfiz Institutions Association (Pitas).
Participation in the programme also facilitates school management in receiving contributions from any party.
The initiative also ensures that private tahfiz institutions comply with the minimum planning permission requirements set by the local authorities and safety agencies.
