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Putrajaya's Dataran Putrajaya was buzzing with excitement early this morning, as tens of thousands of people gathered to celebrate the 2026 National Day festivities. According to Bernama's reports, visitors from all walks of life began arriving as early as 3.30am, braving the pre-dawn hours and even walking several kilometers to secure their spots close to the main stage.
The spirit of Malaysian independence was evident in the diverse crowd, with parents accompanying their young children in strollers and people with disabilities in wheelchairs also participating in the celebrations.
To maintain public safety and ensure smooth traffic flow amidst the large gathering, the police have been diligently monitoring traffic along the main routes surrounding Dataran Putrajaya since the early hours of the day. The perfect weather conditions, coupled with the festive and patriotic atmosphere, served to amplify Malaysians' enthusiasm for celebrating their National Day.
According to the Department of Environment's Malaysian Air Pollutant Index Management System portal, the Air Pollutant Index at the Putrajaya station stood at a moderate level of 79. The theme for this year's celebration, "Malaysia Madani: Kesejahteraan Dinikmati," promises to draw around 80,000 visitors, featuring a lineup of performances aimed at boosting the patriotic spirit among those at Dataran Putrajaya and those watching the event live on television.
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