For civil society, SM Idris’ legacy lives on in the activism he inspired
GEORGE TOWN, May 17 — For the past 50 years, SM Mohamed Idris has led an activism movement that championed consumer, social and environmental issues.
He said the Consumers Association of Penang and Sahabat Alam Malaysia had always worked together with MNS to fight against various environmental issues. “After I set up PCPA, I sought his advice on consumerism issues and we shared ideas and information,” he said. He recounted how Mohamed Idris was known for his simple life and simple white kurta and dhoti that once saw him denied entry to a fancy restaurant in a hotel in Calcutta.CAP secretary and SAM council member Meenakshi Raman said Mohamed Idris had inspired so many people that they will definitely continue with his work.
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