10 Shocking Pictures Showing Poor Malaysians Living in Worst Conditions

A part-time photographer captures the brutal reality of poor Malaysians living in cramped and dirty spaces in the metropolitan city of Kuala Lumpur.

According to Deputy Minister of International Trade and Investment Dr. Ong Kian Ming, 'among the urban poor in KL, one in three households has no social safety net – this means no insurance, no Socso, no EPF'.

Take a look at the shocking photo collection here:

A family crammed into a small room, less than 100sqft. Monthly rental of such a room is priced exorbitantly from RM500 - RM680.

As of now, only one name pops up when asked about the landlord. How can one person be allowed to monopolize and take advantage of these B40 families? pic.twitter.com/3f17yGTaqQ
— Farhan (@lamkanahraf) August 8, 2019

A bathroom shared by 3 rooms. The original floor plan is carved out into 3 separate rooms with the common bathroom located outside in a common area. Clearly someone wishes to maximise profits through renting out as much space as they can. pic.twitter.com/GXLFRCuKIL
— Farhan (@lamkanahraf) August 8, 2019

Another family of 4 captured in another unit with a similar arrangement. Piles of clothes and belongings were placed to the side. Hoarding, coupled with limited space, makes for barely little space for sleep. pic.twitter.com/lp9mVXR2pw
— Farhan (@lamkanahraf) August 8, 2019

Remnants of rampant drug usage by other tenants of the property. Clearly solidifying the thought that these establishments, although preferred by these families due to its proximity to town, are not conducive environments for families. pic.twitter.com/lary8c7JxJ
— Farhan (@lamkanahraf) August 8, 2019

A mat and a few pillows. That is all they have to sleep on. The parents seem neither worried nor bothered about their situation as it is a norm for them. A norm for them, but such an alien world to us. pic.twitter.com/nJkVQaugLs
— Farhan (@lamkanahraf) August 8, 2019