RTD denies viral claim on Rohingya driving licences
PUTRAJAYA: The Road Transport Department (RTD) has denied a viral statement claiming that it had proposed allowing Rohingya to obtain driving licences in Malaysia.
PUTRAJAYA - The Road Transport Department (RTD) has refuted a viral claim suggesting they had suggested allowing Rohingya to obtain driving licences in Malaysia. The department has reported the matter to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to investigate and take appropriate action regarding the spread of this content.
The statement, labeled "JPJ Proposes Allowing Rohingya to Obtain Driving Licences," was shared on a Facebook account, appearing to mimic an official news report. The RTD firmly condemns any attempt to produce, alter, or share content using its name, identity, or images in a way that could mislead the public and damage its credibility.
The department also cautioned the public against sharing unverified information and recommended consulting its official channels for accurate and verified information.
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