COMMENT | The Malaysian Indian People’s Party (MIPP) expresses deep disappointment and rising concern over the long-standing marginalisation of the Indian community.

The community continues to be sidelined in national development despite decades of contributions to this country.

As the government prepares to introduce the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), it is imperative to recognise that the Indian community has been consistently neglected in national policies.

For decades, the needs and struggles of the Indian community have been systematically overlooked, and even dedicated efforts such as the Malaysian Indian Blueprint remain nothing more than a document without real action or implementation.

Time and again, promises of inclusivity, equality, and shared prosperity have failed to translate into meaningful change for the Indian community, leaving many trapped in cycles of poverty, educational disadvantage, limited economic opportunities, and rising social challenges.