Several NGOs and a political party came together to back the Orang Asli community in Kampung Kelaik, Kelantan and urged the government to conduct a transparent investigation into the alleged poisoning from a nearby mining area.

They also called on the Health Ministry to carry out full health screenings on all villagers, particularly the Orang Asli living close to mining, quarry and deforestation activities.

"This step is very important to ensure their health is not disrupted through exposure to toxic materials contained in polluted water and air," said the coalition, Kumpulan Sokongan Orang Asli Kampung Kelaik in a statement today.

Among those in the coalition include...