Malaysian disaster victims are eligible to claim Bantuan Wang Ihsan (BWI) cash aid up to four times a year, with each claim worth RM1,000, the National Disaster Management Agency (Nadma) confirmed [1, 2, 3]. Claims can be made once every three months, meaning if a victim experiences two disasters within that timeframe, only one claim is allowed. However, victims affected by another disaster after three months can apply again, Nadma director Jefny Muhammad explained: "If a victim is affected by disasters twice within a three-month period, only one BWI claim can be made. But if the victim is affected by another disaster after the three-month period, they are eligible to submit a new application" [2].
During the 2025/2026 northeast monsoon season, 108,000 heads of household received a total of RM108 million in BWI aid. This figure marks a significant reduction compared to the previous 2024/2025 season, when 287,000 heads of household received RM287 million [1, 2, 3]. The decrease is attributed to fewer major disasters occurring during the 2025/2026 season [1, 2, 3].
To expedite the aid distribution process, disaster victims can now register or update their details digitally through Nadma’s myIBJKM system by scanning a QR code at temporary relief centres. Jefny Muhammad noted, "Victims are now registered through the myIBJKM system, where they only need to register or update their information by scanning the QR code provided at every temporary relief centre" [2].
Beyond financial assistance, Nadma promotes community disaster preparedness through partnerships with non-governmental organizations to deliver Community-Based Disaster Risk Management (CBDRM) courses. These efforts aim to strengthen local resilience against disasters [1, 2, 3].
Jefny Muhammad discussed these points during the CBDRM closing event held in Kampung Raja, Jertih, on July 26, 2026, underscoring the agency’s commitment to aiding affected households and improving disaster readiness [1, 2, 3].
