A young man's heartfelt recounting of receiving duit raya money from former Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad nearly 29 years ago has captured the attention of social media users. In a TikTok post, Syamil Shuib, the account owner, shared a nostalgic moment by showing the 10-sen coins he received back then, totaling RM3. Remarkably well-preserved, the coins were stored in a simple roll of paper, a visual reminder of the past.
What made this memory even more special was the package of duit raya that clearly indicated the amount of money given, along with Dr. Mahathirs signature. For Syamil, this simple yet sentimental gesture represented an unforgettable experience of his childhood.
In his post, Syamil reflected on how different the world has become and noted that today's younger generation might never have the chance to receive duit raya in the same way. He expressed his gratitude, writing, "The duit raya Tun (Dr Mahathir) gave me. Thank you @chedetofficial. The current generation may not see duit raya like this."
Along with the coins, Syamil also shared a cherished photo of himself with Dr. Mahathir when he was still serving as Prime Minister, further emphasizing the significance of the moment.
The 29-second video quickly went viral, garnering nearly 60,000 likes, over 1,000 comments, and nearly 2,300 shares. It's clear that Syamils post resonated with many, sparking nostalgia and a sense of appreciation for the traditions of the past.
