Royal Banquet with Selangor Tengku Permaisuri Graces Opening of 46th PERKIM Women’s Annual General Meeting
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AMPANG, 25 APRIL 2026 – The royal banquet held in conjunction with the opening ceremony of the 46th Annual General Meeting of the Women’s of Muslim Welfare Organisation Malaysia (PERKIM) was marked by splendour and grandeur with the gracious presence of Tengku Permaisuri Hajah Norashikin, who officiated the event last night at the Houseboat by The Lake Glasshouse here.
The evening commenced with the arrival of distinguished guests, including the wife of the Selangor Menteri Besar, Datin Seri Masdiana Muhamad, followed by Tengku Tan Sri Dato’ Haji Mohamad Rizam Tengku Abdul Aziz and Abang Abdul Rahman Johari Abang Openg, the Premier of Sarawak and President of Muslim Welfare Organisation Malaysia.
Upon the arrival of the Selangor Tengku Permaisuri, a photography session was held with members of the PERKIM Women’s Council and invited dignitaries before the ceremony proceeded with the singing of the national anthem Negaraku, the Selangor state anthem and the PERKIM Women’s anthem.
The event continued with a prayer recital led by Deputy Executive of IDIP-KL, Ustaz Abdul Qawi Navine Abdullah, invoking blessings for the ceremony.
Jointly organised by the Women’s Wing of PERKIM National and the Women’s Wing of PERKIM Selangor, the gathering was further enlivened by the presence of PERKIM vice-presidents namely Shahidan Kassim, Dr Mohd Ridhuan Tee Abdullah, Ustaz Muhamad Fitri Abdullah and Datuk Mohd Nakhaie Ahmad.
In her welcoming address, National PERKIM Women’s Chief Tunku Puan Sri Dato’ Hajah Noor Hayati Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj expressed her deepest gratitude for the royal consent granted by the Selangor Tengku Permaisuri in gracing and officiating the ceremony.
“Indeed, the presence of Her Royal Highness is a tremendous honour and will remain a meaningful memory for the entire PERKIM Women’s fraternity,” she said with great reverence.
In the same speech, Tunku Noor Hayati also conveyed appreciation to the Selangor state government for its support and sponsorship, while expressing pride over the attendance of the Sarawak Premier in his capacity as PERKIM president despite his demanding schedule.
Reflecting on history, she noted that the establishment of the Women’s Wing of PERKIM in 1980 was inspired by her late father, Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj, who recognised the need to empower women, particularly in welfare and community development.
“Alhamdulillah, after 46 years, PERKIM Women now has more than 22,000 members nationwide, encompassing 13 divisions and 90 branches, with the largest membership base in Sarawak,” she said.
According to her, the organisation continues to play an active role through programmes focusing on strengthening faith, Islamic education, welfare initiatives and strategic collaborations with academic institutions such as Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, which has produced important publications related to the development of Muslim convert women in Malaysia.
She added that innovative initiatives, including participation in the Global Sadaqah platform as well as collaborations with government agencies and financial institutions, reflected the organisation’s continuous commitment towards empowering the community.
The ceremony also witnessed the official launch gimmick officiated by the Selangor Tengku Permaisuri, alongside the presentation of mock cheques from various contributors in support of PERKIM’s dakwah and welfare efforts.
Ustaz Muhamad Fitri Abdullah, chairman of PERKIM Selangor, presented a contribution amounting to RM20,000 from PERKIM Selangor to Abang Johari in his capacity as PERKIM president.
Meanwhile, Yusof Haslam, representing SKOP Productions Sdn. Bhd., also handed over a RM15,000 contribution to Abang Johari.
Several corporate entities and individuals likewise extended contributions of RM5,000 each to Tunku Noor Hayati. They included representatives from MOOTIARA Sdn. Bhd., TWKMY Holidays Sdn. Bhd., Nasi Dagang Atas Tol (NDAT) Sdn. Bhd. and Sanggul Event Management Sdn. Bhd.
In addition, Datuk Seri Abdul Wahab Mat Yasin, representing Gabungan Hartalega Sdn. Bhd., contributed RM5,000 to Abang Johari.
These contributions reflected the unwavering commitment of both the corporate sector and individuals in advancing welfare and ummah development initiatives spearheaded by PERKIM.
The event also saw the presentation of a contribution from PERKIM Women National by Tunku Noor Hayati to IDIP Kota Bharu, Kelantan, which was received by Abang Johari as a sign of continued support for dakwah and welfare initiatives involving Muslim convert students.
The evening concluded with a royal banquet that brought together guests in an atmosphere of harmony and ukhuwah, in line with PERKIM Women’s aspiration to continue strengthening its role in ummah development and national well-being.
Also present were PERKIM Honorary Secretary-General Datuk Dr Mohamad Marzuki Mohamad Omar and PERKIM Honorary Treasurer Datu Haji Mersal Abang Rosli.
Ustaz Farhan welcomed Datuk Nakhaie upon his arrival at the Houseboat.
Dr Ridhuan Tee took the opportunity to pose for a photograph with the PERKIM Women’s delegation from Melaka during the banquet held in conjunction with the annual general meeting.
Datin Patimah presented a bouquet of flowers to Tunku Noor Hayati upon her arrival at the Houseboat.
The wife of the Selangor Menteri Besar, Datin Seri Masdiana Muhamad, received a bouquet of flowers from Datin Patimah.
Tunku Noor Hayati graciously presented a token of appreciation to Datin Seri Masdiana.
Dr Ridhuan Tee welcomed the Sarawak Premier and President of Muslim Welfare Organisation Malaysia, Abang Abdul Rahman Johari Abang Openg.
Tunku Noor Hayati and Dato’ Nur Zarina welcomed the arrival of Tengku Permaisuri Hajah Norashikin.
The Women’s PERKIM Selangor had the opportunity to pose for a group photograph with the Selangor Tengku Permaisuri and PERKIM distinguished guests.
Members of the National PERKIM Women’s Council were also given the opportunity to take photographs with Tengku Permaisuri Hajah Norashikin and PERKIM dignitaries.
Distinguished guests stood in respect for the singing of the national anthem Negaraku, the Selangor state anthem and the PERKIM Women’s anthem.
Ustaz Abdul Qawi led the opening prayer recital during the banquet held in conjunction with the 46th National PERKIM Women’s Annual General Meeting.
Tengku Permaisuri Hajah Norashikin, Abang Johari and Tunku Noor Hayati raised their hands in prayer during the recital.
Distinguished guests and sponsors also joined in reciting “Amin” during the prayer session.
Tunku Noor Hayati expressed her utmost gratitude for the royal consent granted by the Selangor Tengku Permaisuri in gracing the dinner banquet.
According to Tunku Noor Hayati, PERKIM Women currently has more than 22,000 members nationwide across 13 divisions and 90 branches, with the largest membership base in Sarawak.
Tunku Noor Hayati further explained that PERKIM Women continues to remain active through various programmes, including faith enhancement, Islamic education, welfare initiatives and strategic collaboration with UKM.
She added that innovative efforts through cooperation with various government agencies and financial institutions demonstrated the organisation’s continuous commitment towards empowering the community.
The Selangor Tengku Permaisuri officiated the launch gimmick of the 46th National PERKIM Women’s Annual General Meeting, witnessed by the Sarawak Premier and the PERKIM Women’s chief.
Ustaz Fitri, as chairman of PERKIM Selangor (left), presented a contribution amounting to RM20,000 to the Sarawak Premier in his capacity as President of Muslim Welfare Organisation Malaysia as a sign of continued support for PERKIM Women’s dakwah and welfare initiatives.
Yusof Haslam, representing SKOP Productions Sdn. Bhd., also presented a contribution of RM15,000 to Abang Johari.
Sajaratul Dura Hamzah (right), representing MOOTIARA Sdn. Bhd., contributed a mock cheque worth RM5,000 to Tunku Noor Hayati.
Tunku Noor Hayati received a sponsorship mock cheque from TWKMY Holidays Sdn. Bhd., presented by Nur Fareha Mohamad Yakob.
Saidatul Jamilah Tuan Zainuddin, representing Nasi Dagang Atas Tol (NDAT) Sdn. Bhd., presented a RM5,000 mock cheque to Tunku Noor Hayati.
Tunku Noor Hayati received a sponsorship mock cheque from Sanggul Event Management Sdn. Bhd., presented by Zawiah Abdul Aziz.
Datuk Seri Abdul Wahab Mat Yasin, representing Gabungan Hartalega Sdn. Bhd., presented a contribution amounting to RM5,000 to Abang Johari.
Tunku Noor Hayati graciously presented a contribution amounting to RM35,000 to Abang Johari for the development of the PERKIM Islamic Dakwah Institute (IDIP) Kota Bharu, witnessed by Tengku Permaisuri Hajah Norashikin.
PERKIM Honorary Secretary-General Datuk Dr Mohamad Marzuki Mohamad Omar and PERKIM Honorary Treasurer Datu Haji Mersal Abang Rosli joined distinguished guests for the dinner banquet.
Members of the National PERKIM Women’s Council enjoyed the dinner banquet prepared for the occasion.
tudents from Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Taman Melawati performed the traditional Mayesa dance during the event.
Members of the Women’s Wing of PERKIM Selangor, dressed in coordinated attire, enjoyed the dinner banquet together.
The PERKIM Women’s delegation from Terengganu enjoyed the dinner banquet.
The PERKIM Women’s delegation from Sarawak appeared elegantly dressed while attending the dinner banquet.
The Caklempong Sri Gerteh ensemble performed several songs while delegates and distinguished guests enjoyed the banquet.
The PERKIM Women’s delegation from the Federal Territories, dressed in matching attire, enjoyed the dishes served during the event.
Members of the Women’s of PERKIM Pahang enjoyed the dinner prepared for the occasion.
The atmosphere during the banquet held in conjunction with the opening ceremony of the 46th National PERKIM Women’s Annual General Meeting.
The organising committee of the banquet held in conjunction with the opening ceremony of the 46th National PERKIM Women’s Annual General Meeting took the opportunity to pose for a photograph with the Selangor Tengku Permaisuri and PERKIM’s top leadership.
