Government guarantees smooth conduct of SPM during Northeast Monsoon

The government has assured students in flood-affected states that they will be able to take their Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examinations without disruption, following the onset of the Northeast Monsoon (MTL). Deputy Prime Minister Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi discussed the matter with Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek during a Cabinet meeting last week.

Affected students have been identified and will be relocated to schools with boarding facilities to sit for their exams. The Examination Board is fully prepared for this situation. The at-risk states include Kelantan, Terengganu, Kedah, Johor, Melaka, and Negeri Sembilan, while Kuala Lumpur often faces flash floods not caused by the MTL.

The Disaster Management Committee meets at the national level, with specific responsibilities delegated to various agencies. This year, the Social Welfare Department has pre-stocked food aid and tents for deployment, and NGOs are providing greater assistance than before. Amateur radio associations will handle communications if the electricity is out.

The RM1,000 flood relief payment for victims will continue, just as it did last year. The 2026/2027 Northeast Monsoon (MTL) began on October 27 and is expected to last until March 2027.