It’s the Ramadan season and this marks the month when Muslims worldwide start fasting. Over the past few months, Malaysians all understand that we’ve been hit with inflation and it's been difficult for many to afford basic needs, especially when it comes to meals.
Due to that, many Malaysians have opted to skip meals in order to save money. Even with the introduction of Menu Rahmah by the government, some restaurants have even had to forcefully stop serving it due to their losses.
Read: Restaurant Owner Discontinues Menu Rahmah After Suffering Losses
Despite the inflation issue and hardships that many Malaysians face, this burger stall in Melaka has set the issue aside and offers free food to those in need.
Asip Burger Bachang had posted up a picture of a sign in front of their stall stating to customers who can’t afford to purchase food, they encourage to let them know about their predicament.
“If you don’t have money to buy food, please tell us as there’s no need to go hungry. We will give you a burger for free,” read the sign.
Netizens Praise Their Initiative
As their post gained attention on Facebook, many netizens were touched by the stall's initiative to help those in need. Before you think that this only attracted the Malay crowd, it was also shared across Chinese language-based platforms and it too got much praise.
“Thankful for your presence, boundless merits, may a good person have a peaceful life.”
“Thank you 🙏 for your selfless dedication.”
“There are actually many good Malay people... I remember when I used to manage a stall, every time when finding a spot, I ask the Malay people they will personally find a spot for you to set up your stall. Some even help u to carry the stock! But for chinses people... they would not say a word or say there’s no spots available and to leave.”
One thing to note is that the stall informed the public that during Ramadan, their stall will not be operating throughout Ramadan as they would like to take the opportunity to fast and return from work peacefully without having the need to rush to purchase goods and break fast with their family. They did promise that after the 7th day of Hari Raya, they will resume operations as usual.
Now that’s what we call being united as Malaysians. Being kind can go a long way and even the smallest gesture can be helpful. Hopefully, many other Malaysians can follow in their footsteps and together we can tackle the food poverty issue.
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*Sources: Visual and Reference Credits to Social Media, Asip Burger Bachang, China Press & various cross-references for context.
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