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The core values of the State Civil Service Ethics Code of Kelantan are divided into three value components, namely:

  • 'Ubudiyyah'
    This value refers to the position of humans as servants of Allah, created solely to worship Him. It is significant in terms of personal nature, life purpose, and the way of life that stems from a clear faith and belief.

  • 'Mas'uliyyah'
    This value refers to accountability, where all actions (responsibilities) performed in this world will be questioned by Allah on the day of judgment. This value is a concept of vicegerence (khilafah) that carries the trust to prosper Allah's earth through practices based on the sharia.

  • 'Itqan'
    This value refers to the quality of work that can be translated as diligence, commitment, and dedication. This value will shape a person of good character and capital, as well as excellent human capital in performing tasks.

 

'Nilai Tatakelakuan'

'Ubudiyyah' Behavioral Values

  • 'Ikhlas dan Niat Suci'
    Having the intention to perform tasks for Allah SWT to seek lawful sustenance and His pleasure, always having a noble heart in performing tasks without expecting human reward and avoiding any element of self-interest as the basis for fulfilling the trust
  • 'Bekerja Sebagai Ibadat'
    Always believing that every task performed is a form of worship and striving to gain the pleasure of Allah SWT
  • 'Pengawasan Allah SWT'
    Being aware that all work actions are always under the supervision of Allah SWT
  • 'Balasan dan Ganjaran'
    Understanding that all good tasks and practices will be rewarded, while bad deeds will receive punishment from Allah SWT
  • 'Mencapai Keredhaan Allah SWT'
    Always believing that every task performed is to gain the pleasure of Allah SWT
  • 'Bersyukur'
    Always appreciating the blessings and grace of God, being happy in performing tasks, tending to see situations more positively, being content with one's position and rank, spending wisely, and using all of God's blessings and gifts towards what He desires

 

'Mas'uliyyah' Behavioral Values

  • 'Amanah'
    Always being aware that tasks are a trust that must be carried out to the best of one's ability, striving to willingly avoid personal interests from overriding task interests, and ensuring there is no deviation in tasks in terms of time, power, money, equipment, and workforce.
  • 'Benar'
    Always being honest in performing responsibilities, speaking the truth and keeping promises, being meticulous and economical in decision-making, based on professionalism, being obedient and loyal in performing tasks, and always being ready to accept advice and criticism.
  • 'Bertanggungjawab'
    Always accepting the fact that the ultimate accountability is to God, in addition to the employer and job, performing tasks with awareness of the good and bad implications (being vigilant and honest), being ready to serve and provide assistance whenever treated, not betraying the interests of the organization/institution/public in performing tasks, and being ready to safeguard the dignity of religion, race, and country.
  • 'Berdisiplin'
    Always being disciplined, obeying rules, prioritizing interests, practicing neat and organized work methods, and valuing time and promises.
  • 'Kepatuhan'
    Always giving undivided loyalty to the organization as long as it does not conflict with Islamic law, always maintaining the image and working with a sense of pride as a civil servant.
  • 'Berbudi Pekerti Mulia dan Berprasangka Baik'
    Always practicing behavior rich in noble character. Firm in the practice of pure values and not self-centered, and always having a good disposition in relationships among individuals while performing tasks and living in society.

 

'Itqan' Behavioral Values

  • 'Mahir'
    Always demonstrating skills, efficiency, and proficiency in performing assigned tasks.
  • 'Tekun'
    Always striving diligently to achieve perfection in tasks and life, enhancing knowledge, skills, and experience to improve the quality of life, and persistently working to improve the quality and productivity of services
  • 'Komitmen'
    Always showing a committed attitude in performing tasks and responsibilities with full interest, attention, energy, support, and high determination/commitment.
  • 'Cepat, Tepat dan Berkualiti'
    Always being ready to perform assigned tasks promptly and produce high-quality output that meets the needs of stakeholders and clients
  • 'Kreatif'
    Always striving through various suitable methods and techniques in simple and practical forms to produce higher quality work and tasks.
  • 'Inovatif'
    Always be ready to produce positive and open-minded thoughts and be ready to accept any changes and strive to master them through effective methods and strategies to provide excellent service
  • Cooperation and Consensus
    Always practice a spirit of mutual assistance, consensus, voluntarily participate in organizational activities and work as a solid team to create a harmonious and enjoyable working atmosphere. Always practice the slogan 'consensus brings blessings'
  • Good Manners and Noble Character
    Always practice speech, conduct, politeness, discipline, reason, wisdom and acts of kindness contained in the words of noble morals and include the concept of the values of good manners and always provide friendly, polite and courteous treatment and service to customers and practice familiar and friendly association among staff and the community.
  • Prudent
    Always strive to carry out duties and responsibilities prudently guided by knowledge, excellence and a high level of professionalism with careful consideration based on specific facts by taking into account the interests of the organization, the service and the country.
  • Transparent
    Establish work procedures and carry out transparent, complete actions and complete work within the specified time. Strive to inform information, actions and decisions taken to the entitled parties as long as they do not conflict with the law, regulations and administrative directives
  • Fair
    Always strive to make careful consideration when making decisions in every action based on laws, regulations, administrative directives, priorities and complete and accurate facts.

Download UMI Program Manual of Tanah Merah District Council

Download Feedback on Observation Audit of Implementation of UMI Principles of Tanah Merah District Council No. 1 2020/2021

Download Feedback on Observation Audit of Implementation of UMI Principles of Tanah Merah District Council No. 2 2020/2021

 

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Tanah Merah in Figures (TMDA)

Population

  • 161,200Population 2026
  • 82,600Males 2026
  • 78,500Females 2026
  • 2,634Births 2025
  • 972Deaths 2025
  • 5,000Non-citizens 2026
  • 867.67 km²MDTM Area
  • 1979MDTM Established

Population by Age 2026

Population by Ethnicity 2026

Economy

  • RM2.0 billionDistrict GRDP 2020
  • RM3,638Median household income 2024
  • RM4,922Average household income 2024
  • RM3,632Average household expenditure 2024
  • 2.2%Unemployment Rate 2024
  • 55.8%Labour Force Participation Rate 2024
  • 14.9%Absolute Poverty Rate 2024
  • 0.363Gini Coefficient 2024

GRDP by Sector 2020

Education

  • 50Schools (34 primary, 16 secondary) 2025
  • 24,103Students 2025
  • 2,380Teachers 2025
  • 1 : 10Teacher-to-student ratio 2025

Students by level 2025

Teachers by gender 2025

Facilities

  • 80.2%Households with piped water 2024
  • 100%Households with electricity 2024
  • 100%Households with sanitation 2024
  • 186Index crime cases 2023

Crimes by type 2023

Access to piped water 2024

Voters

  • 98,782Registered voters, P.027 Tanah Merah 2023
  • 48,734Male voters 2023
  • 50,048Female voters 2023
  • 144Voters per square kilometer 2023

Voters by age 2023

Source: Department of Statistics Malaysia, MySubNasional (Tanah Merah district; GRDP at constant prices 2015) and Kawasanku (SPR voter registry, 26 June 2023).

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