KOTA BHARU, Nov 2 (Bernama) -- Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK) has mobilised welfare assistance and psychological support for the family of its graduating student, Husna Syakira Abd Halim, who lost both parents in a road crash on the East-West Highway in Gerik, Perak, early this afternoon.
In a statement today, UMK expressed its condolences and deep sorrow over the tragedy that befell the Faculty of Entrepreneurship and Business student.
Husna Syakira is a graduating Bachelor of Entrepreneurship (Logistics and Distribution Trade) student with Honours and was scheduled to receive her degree at UMK's 16th Convocation Ceremony tomorrow.
On receiving the tragic news, the university, through the Student Wellbeing Division of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor's Office (Student Affairs and Alumni), dispatched a team of officials, Student Representative Council delegates, and a Psychological officer to the Gerik Hospital.
"The team aims to provide welfare support, assist with documentation, and coordinate the victim's family's needs," the university said.
The statement added that UMK will continue to support the family, including welfare management and other assistance, to ensure all arrangements run smoothly.
Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir, in a Facebook post today, extended his condolences to Husna Syakira and her family over the loss of her parents.
He said the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) and UMK will support the student's family, including handling the funeral arrangements.
Zambry also expressed profound sadness over the tragedy that befell the graduating student's family.
It was reported earlier today that a husband and wife were killed while their son was severely injured after their car collided with a tour bus on the East-West Highway near the Banjaran Titiwangsa Rest and Service (R&R) area heading towards Gerik, Perak.
In the 1.40 pm incident, the deceased couple were a 64-year-old senior citizen and his 58-year-old wife, while their 28-year-old son sustained severe injuries.
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