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7 cleaning workers to be nominated for state honours

PETALING JAYA: Seven recipients of this year’s Cleaning Workers Award will be nominated for state honours (Pingat Kebaktian) from their respective state rulers.

7 cleaning workers to be nominated for state honours

Seven cleaning workers from across Malaysia will be nominated for state honors this year, according to Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. The seven recipients, representing the Federal Territories, Johor, Melaka, Negri Sembilan, Perlis, and Kedah, will receive the prestigious Pingat Kebaktian from their respective state rulers.

This move aims to recognize the hard work, dedication, and sacrifices of Malaysia's cleaning workforce. Nga acknowledged that Penang had already set a precedent in honoring cleaning workers and urged other states to follow suit.

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