Sarawak deputy transport minister (maritime and riverine) Henry Harry Jinep said this extension is particularly significant for communities that depend on river transport to access essential government services and nearby townships.

‘This approval provides much-needed relief to low-income families, enabling them to allocate more of their income towards other essential daily needs,” he said.

Henry also urged those who have yet to register for BUDI95 eligibility to do so at the nearest resident or district office.

“This will ensure that all who depend on water transport for their daily needs are not left out and can fully benefit from the BUDI95 targeted fuel subsidy system,” he said.

The finance ministry had on Oct 13 announced that the eligibility for BUDI95 has now been expanded to include registered boat users in Sarawak, while the monthly fuel allocation for full-time e-hailing drivers has been raised to 600 litres.

The ministry said the list was submitted by the Sarawak transport ministry in collaboration with the Sarawak resident and district offices across the state.