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On the MIED
The press has been chasing me to come out with my comments on the recent media stories relating to MIED.
Frankly speaking I have been busy with a myriad of things – Bagan Pinang by-election, functions in the Hulu Selangor constituency, preparations for Deepavali events for the poor, etc.
Besides I have never been one to burst out with comments on issues without giving it thought and certainly not before reading and researching issues in greater depth. I have never been in a rush to instantly react to some happening. I believe in giving people a chance to view their opinion or explaining why things were spoken of in the manner it has appeared. I don’t make attempts to be seen as a champion for things when there is no necessity to do so.
Last evening when I was in Bagan Pinang, I managed to get a few minutes with Datuk Seri Samy Vellu and ask about the MIED matter and he gave me his explanation. He said he meant to say that the MIED was a ‘separate entity’.
Yes, we all know that it is a separate entity governed by trustees. The MIED is a child of MIC. It was born in the MIC with its president, Datuk Seri Samy Vellu, as its founder. All the trustees and most of the board members are all MIC leaders at various levels, both past and present. Therefore, it is a well placed organisation, structured to serve the community for the long haul.
In a recent conversation with me at the MIC headquarters, Datuk Seri Samy Vellu said that even when he is no longer President of MIC he will still be coming to the MIED office, which is in the same building to work. I had jokingly replied, “That means the people will not be coming to see me!”
Let us put to rest the question of MIED walking away or being hijacked. MIED is the pride of the Indian community. Let us keep it that way!
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about 2 years ago
You must surely be kidding yourself believing what Samy told you. I, on the other hand, believe everything that Samy said and meant. MIED and AIMST is his!!
In any case, please do us Indians all some good. Close down MIC and stop politically representing the Indians in this country. they will be better off for it.
Just in case you don’t know, only the Malaysian Indian from amongst the Indian diaspora, has the privilege of being politically represented. And see where we are. Everywhere else that Indians have migrated to they are not politically represented and yet they are economically strong and high up there with the local community if not leading eh economy itself.
And really that should be the measure of MIC and its contribution to the Indian community here. Shut it down!!
about 2 years ago
I would like to believe but credibility of MIC and its leaders are very doubtful. Unless Samy or yourself clarify the matter and document them, you too will become doubtful, similar to your boss.
MIED should be run by qualified ppl who have MIED objective in priority. It should remain under MIC but politicians should not run MIED.
about 2 years ago
What is Samy Vellu still doing in the MIC? He has lost his parliamentary seat and the man should graciously step down and retire. The younger generation do not need his guidance. MIC has become a Private limited company with Samy Vellu playing out his antiquities. MIC is in such a pathetic state of affairs but we still find the MIC politicians grinning away as if all is well. Unbelievable!
about 2 years ago
So what does that mean? YB, you are still beating around the bush. Just a simple answer whether MIED belongs to MIC or Samy Velu?
about 2 years ago
Are you so sure of this man. There is so much asset at stake here.
about 2 years ago
Thank you for shining some light on this matter. We need communicate clear on matters that involve the public. In spirit of gaining more from the Indian community , we need to communicate effectively and make sure that certain parties does not manipulate the scenario.
I urge MIC , to work towards uniting the Indians and rebranding ourselves as a great member of the Barisan Nasional that will support the ruling party . We need to be position the Indian voters as decision makers towards the winning of Barisan Nasional. Stop the nonsense of the opposition party making use of the Indian community as weapon to fight their battle.
Lastly, the Indian dailies should sound positive and talk about development not the crab, we get everyday. Lets together develop and grow for the next generation.
about 2 years ago
As Deputy for DSSV u r in a very clear state of mind. Our indian writters r noted 4 twistting n turning facts n truths. B prepared 2morrow ur comments n statements too will be misinterprated. DSSV is needed for their survival. We know he is a great man. Thanks for ur cool response.
about 2 years ago
Sir ,,why don’t Datuk Seri .comment on this matter ..if what you say is true ,why he has give comment on malaysiakini ..segar
about 2 years ago
MIED being an organization by itself has a major role in human capital and development. A lot of it has gone into helping the Indian community especially the poor thus it needs to consistently provide support in all areas. It being so, it should make public aware of its contribution towards the nation and those seeking it. On being an entity by itself, MIED has the Government support since it inception, thus it should never be separated and taken private by any individual. it should be guided by good management which will benefit the community in the long run.
about 2 years ago
Dear Sir
Do u believe all that your boss say’s or do u have a mind of your own. Please enlighten us the common man how and why MIED does not belong to MIC and the indian community and how did MIED come to belongs to its leader, and MIC is the trustee board that is holding it . This sounds like the same thing some time ago with regards to a piece of land that MIC was holding for its leader. Didn’t all the MIC branches nationwide do donation drives to build AIMST I am questioning this as a person who donated to the building of MIED and AIMST These are some of the reason why we the people have lost our hope, believe and trust on MIC and its leadership. Indians are still struggling with life due to the lack of opportunity and education, MIED and AIMST is the only hope and light at the end of the trunnel for many middle class and lower income Indians families to ensure that their children get the proper education to better futures and their families. But it seems like MIED is going down the drain just like all the other mega projects and master plans that was developed by your boss which I’m not going to bother to list down as all Malaysians already know and read about.
So in other words is Dato Seri saying even tho he has left the office which he held from 1979 to ur good self, he will still be coming in to ensure the smooth flow of work in MIED, AIMST, MIC and also Maika Holdings.
Sir u r the person that is coming in to power soon and its very important that u don’t life in the shadow / under the thumb / being dictated by some old and senile man waiting for his time. U have a responsibility to the indian community to ensure the future of our children are secured through education. Please act for the community and not for the interest of a few.
about 2 years ago
Dear Palani
I dont know if you remember me but we were reporters together for a while. I was in NST and you were in Bernama.
Belated congrats to your hard-earned win at the party elections.
I wish you well in your blogging and especially in the challenging times ahead for MIC and Malaysia.
Best regards,
KHLim
PS: Please change the background colour of your blog’s comments section. White on black is not ideal — especially for those 45 and above
about 2 years ago
The two critical success factors that contributes to the success of the Fortune 500 companies are :
1. Unity
2. Clear strategy
With your leadership, I serious believe that you have to consider these two factors as you main formula.
Unity has to take place , in order for the growth in this community. We are the only community that has one part has moving forward and another part has been left way behind. I read in a Tamil daily yesterday that a boy killed his mother because she did not give him the money to buy a motorbike. Can you believe that we still have these sort things happening in this community! Good gracious, this has to change and we have to position ourselves has asset in Malaysia for a start and than conquer the world.
We need to capture the second position economically in this country and stay there forever. We need to educate ourselves to move forward towards success and no more demonstrating on the streets to beg for our rights. We have conquer a sizeable potion the economy and can only be done is we can form strong alliances among ourselves.
Guys, set 2015 as our target date and Dato’ MIC has to play its role or we will pitiful race in Malaysia.
Unity and clear strategy is the way.
I sharing above is not rocket science but a simple way for us to improve our value.