T.Mohan

As Malaysia’s plantation and Indian sectors began facing serious labour shortages, the issue of workforce sustainability became a growing national concern.

In Day 18 of the MIC80 Years Journey series, Datuk T. Mohan recalls how, in 1996, then MIC President Tun S. Samy Vellu brought the issue to the Cabinet level, contributing towards efforts to find solutions for labour shortages affecting Indian-linked sectors and industries.

He also reflects on how subsequent MIC leaders and ministers continued raising and addressing workforce-related concerns whenever MIC was part of the Government and Cabinet.

This episode highlights an important chapter on how policy discussions, representation, and leadership played a role in addressing challenges faced by sectors closely connected to the Malaysian Indian community.

Founded in 1974 under the leadership of then MIC President Tun V. Manickavasagam, Koperasi NESA was established with a vision to strengthen the socio-economic standing of the Malaysian Indian community.

Over the decades, it has become one of the community’s most recognized cooperative institutions, creating opportunities and benefits for generations of Malaysians.

In Day 16 of the MIC80 Years Journey series, Datuk T. Mohan shares the story behind the establishment of Koperasi NESA, the vision that inspired it, and its role in community development.

Understanding our institutions helps us appreciate the efforts that helped shape our community’s progress.