PUTRAJAYA: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has called on all Malaysians to actively participate in a variety of programmes lined up in conjunction with this year’s National Day celebrations, themed Malaysia Madani, Rakyat Disantuni.
Speaking at the ministry’s monthly assembly today, Fahmi highlighted that full details of the events are available on the Merdeka360 portal at www.merdeka360.my.
“One of the major highlights is RIUH MERDEKA 2025, a 30-hour celebration beginning Aug 30 at the parking area of the Millennium Monument in Putrajaya.
“Let’s come together and make it a memorable occasion.
“We also have the Quran Hour programme at the National Mosque in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday, Aug 30, and also a national address by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at MAEPS Serdang on the same day.
“There are many other exciting events you can explore on the Merdeka360 calendar,” he said.
Also attending the monthly assembly were the ministry’s secretary-general Datuk Seri Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa, and the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) editor-in-chief Arul Rajoo Durar Raj.
Meanwhile, Fahmi expressed confidence in the readiness of organisers for the National Day parade and procession in Putrajaya, saying preparations have been proceeding smoothly.
“I apologise for not being able to attend the full dress rehearsals from Aug 27 to 29 due to official commitments, but I will be there on Aug 29 before heading to the Cabinet meeting,” he said.
The full dress rehearsals are scheduled from 6am to 11am on Aug 27 to 29, and roads around Putrajaya’s core island will be closed to traffic from 6pm on Aug 29 until the parade concludes on Aug 31.
Fahmi also expressed appreciation for the corporate sponsorships for the National Day and Malaysia Day (HKHM) 2025 celebrations, which have so far amassed RM22 million from 113 strategic partners, a sharp rise compared to RM4.09 million last year.
“This is an encouraging sign and should inspire us to make HKHM 2025 a grand success,” he said, while urging Malaysia’s Information Department to mobilise Madani Community groups to create engaging content and prepare for the upcoming national celebrations.
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