In a touching slice of life moment from Shah Alam, a dad’s makeshift putu mayam biz-on-wheels is winning hearts across the Internet.
Meet Khairul, a 44-year-old father fighting chronic gout, who’s determined not to let his health or job woes keep him from settling his child’s school fees, according to Kosmo!.
Every day, he hits the streets of Seksyen 3 with his motorcycle, loaded with 30 packs of the sweet, steamed treat, selling them at RM4 a pop.
The story, brought to light in a TikTok video by @fs79076, shows Khairul’s dedication to clear an outstanding RM400+ in PIBG (Parent-Teacher Association) dues, which he got a nudge about via a WhatsApp reminder from the school.
Khairul’s struggle is more than just about making ends meet; it’s about choosing between his health and his family’s needs.
Surgery for his gout is on the back burner while he’s out there, trading pain for paychecks, all to keep the roof over their heads and dreams alive.
Khairul’s story is a powerful reminder of the lengths parents go to for their children’s futures.
We all hope that Khairul’s situation improves significantly and swiftly. May his health challenges find relief, his business flourish, and his family’s burdens lighten.
