Public more attentive to Jalur Gemilang details, says Fahmi
MELAKA: More Malaysians are becoming aware of the Jalur Gemilang’s details, including its number of stripes and colour arrangement, Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil said.
More Malaysians are becoming aware of the Jalur Gemilang's details, such as its number of stripes and colour arrangement, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil revealed. This increased awareness correlates with the growing importance of respecting the Jalur Gemilang, particularly during National Month celebrations, Fahmi noted. He observed that people are now counting the stripes and confirming the last stripe's white colour.
This practice has turned into a habit where individuals correct and advise each other. Fahmi was aware of a report regarding an allegedly incomplete Jalur Gemilang displayed in Batu Buruk, Terengganu, but delegated the matter to the authorities as it was under investigation. In response to a new trend, many vehicle owners are now preferring magnetic Jalur Gemilang stickers over physical flags to prevent damage to their vehicle paintwork or body.
This shift is viewed as beneficial as it offers greater convenience for car owners. Regarding the National Day and Malaysia Day celebrations, Fahmi stated that preparations, including contingent arrangements, the Education Ministry's human graphic performance, and logistics in Putrajaya, were progressing smoothly. A National Day coordination meeting is scheduled for the following day, while a virtual meeting on Malaysia Day celebrations is set for August 24.
Two major events have been scheduled for Merdeka Eve in the capital: one at Merdeka Stadium organized by the National Unity Ministry, featuring a special address by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, and another at Dataran Merdeka organized by Kuala Lumpur City Hall. Earlier, Fahmi, who also serves as the unity government spokesman, visited two elderly stroke patients, R. Sathia Devi and Abu Zarin Nordin, to evaluate their needs, including milk supplies, support from the Social Welfare Department, and rehabilitation treatment.
He promised to relay the information and thanked the Information Department for identifying families in need. Fahmi assured that alternative treatments like acupuncture would be explored to provide comprehensive care.
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