KUCHING — The Housing Development Corporation (HDC) has strongly refuted allegations spreading online that accuse the corporation of mishandling the Rumah Sri Pertiwi housing programme. The claims, which suggested unfair allocation and rental misuse, were described as inaccurate, misleading and without factual basis.
According to HDC, all Rumah Sri Pertiwi projects under its involvement are still at the construction stage. As such, there has been no allocation exercise or key handover process, making the allegations of unfair distribution implausible and illogical.
The Rumah Sri Pertiwi initiative is part of the Sarawak state government’s strategy to provide affordable housing for middle-income earners earning between RM4,000 and RM10,000 per month. The programme aims to help families who fall between the low-income bracket and higher-income groups by offering affordable yet comfortable residential options.
HDC also explained that the programme is open to development not only by HDC but also by government departments or private developers, subject to relevant policies and approvals. This collaborative framework enables faster project execution and ensures more housing units can be provided to the public.
The viral claims alleged that some individuals were purchasing Rumah Sri Pertiwi homes for rental and investment purposes, allegedly disadvantaging first-time homebuyers. HDC labelled these accusations as irresponsible and speculative as they re not supported by facts.
The corporation stressed that it views the spread of misinformation seriously due to its potential to create confusion and erode trust in the government’s housing efforts. The public was reminded to verify information before sharing and avoid spreading unverified claims.
HDC encouraged the public to refer to official communication channels for verified updates. Those seeking clarification may contact HDC at 082-444381 or visit its official website at hdc.sarawak.gov.my.
Reaffirming its commitment, HDC stated that every housing effort undertaken is guided by strong governance and transparency principles. Only qualified applicants who meet the programme’s eligibility criteria will be considered for purchasing units once projects are completed.
With the clarification issued, HDC hopes that speculation and misinformation will cease and that the public will continue to trust the state’s affordable housing initiatives designed to benefit the people of Sarawak.