Kuala lumpur: A total of 3,000 vehicles nationwide received free Jalur Gemilang magnets today under the JAPEN@PETRONAS Jalur Gemilang Expression Programme, held simultaneously at 15 selected PETRONAS stations in conjunction with the National Month celebrations. Organised by the Ministry of Communications through the Department of Information (JAPEN), the programme is part of efforts to intensify the 1 House 1 Jalur Gemilang (1R1JG) Campaign, with strategic cooperation established with PETRONAS this year.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, under this year's expanded programme, Jalur Gemilang magnets were distributed to the first 200 vehicles at each participating station, bringing the campaign to fly the national flag closer to the public's daily lives. In Kuala Lumpur, Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil attached a Jalur Gemilang magnet to a member of the public's vehicle at the New Pantai Expressway (NPE) Pantai Dalam PETRONAS Station as a symbol of support for the 1R1JG Campaign.
In Kelantan, state JAPEN director Ahmad Ammar Othman highlighted that the magnets allow the Jalur Gemilang to be displayed neatly and safely on vehicles, making it easier for the public to express their patriotism on the road. A handover of the Jalur Gemilang to federal and state government agencies was also held, along with the flag-off for the Kembara Merdeka Jalur Gemilang X JAGO convoy from Tumpat to Kota Bharu.
In Negeri Sembilan, state JAPEN director Mohd Sabri Abdullah emphasized the importance of encouraging the community to enliven National Day and Malaysia Day celebrations. He urged citizens not to wait until the last minute to fly the Jalur Gemilang, and announced plans to intensify ground and community programmes to raise patriotic spirit and public awareness.
In Penang, a survey at the southbound Sungai Dua PETRONAS Station revealed enthusiasm among recipients, who welcomed the initiative as a positive change from previous flag distributions. State JAPEN director Hasmiza Hussin mentioned ongoing efforts to enliven the celebrations through collaboration with the state government and local communities.
Meanwhile, in Terengganu, private sector employee Puteri Izzatul Khaisara Che Hasnul called for more independence-themed programmes, particularly in rural areas, to foster nationalism. She suggested that such programmes should be held more frequently to revive the spirit of independence celebrations.
In Sarawak, state JAPEN director Sabri Said urged the public to ensure that the Jalur Gemilang is displayed according to the correct protocol. He cautioned against errors such as mounting the flag upside down and advised the public to ensure AI-generated flag images adhere to guidelines.
In Perlis, the programme at the Behor Temak PETRONAS Station in Kangar received a warm response, with many taking the opportunity to obtain Jalur Gemilang magnets. State JAPEN director Aidatul Shima Che Hassan noted that the programme supports the nationhood agenda and broadens the reach of patriotic messaging.
Similar programmes were also held in Kedah and Perak, with the Jalur Gemilang continuing to serve as a symbol of unity and patriotism during the National Month celebrations.