PITAS, Oct. 5 -- Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor has announced an increase in the number of Rumah Mesra Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) units to be built in each state constituency next year - from 40 to 50 units - as part of the State Government's ongoing efforts to uplift the people's living standards.

Of the total, 10 units will be allocated specifically for young couples starting next year.

"In the past, there were only four or five PPRT houses. But this year, we are building 40 Rumah Mesra SMJ units, and next year, we will increase it to 50 units in every constituency for the less fortunate. The additional 10 units will be for newlyweds who are struggling and still living with their families," Hajiji said.

He was speaking dur...