2,000 Muallim Residents Join Kembara Merdeka Jalur Gemilang X Jago Programme

TANJONG MALIM, Aug 22 (Bernama) -- About 2,000 local residents took part in the Kembara Merdeka Jalur Gemilang X JAGO 2026 programme in the Muallim district, held at Dataran RM Idris here today.

The programme, which began at 4.30 pm, provided an opportunity to bring the message of patriotism closer to the people while encouraging the community to fly the Jalur Gemilang in conjunction with the National Day and Malaysia Day celebrations.

Throughout the roadshow, the Jalur Gemilang X JAGO team visited several locations across the district, engaging with residents while spreading the spirit of independence, joy and unity.

The programme was launched by Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Datuk Chang Lih Kang, who is also Tanjong Malim MP, and was attended by Perak Information Department (JAPEN) director Hasmiza Hussin.

Hasmiza said the roadshow convoy had travelled around the Muallim district to distribute national flags to members of the community.

She said the activity also provided an opportunity to engage with the community and foster patriotism among local residents.

"Today, our convoy travelled around the Muallim district to distribute Jalur Gemilang. The afternoon tea gathering provided an opportunity for us to mingle and exchange views, as well as engage with traders and members of the community during a walkabout at the night market," she said in her speech at the programme.

Meanwhile, Perak Communications, Multimedia and NGO Committee chairman Mohd Azlan Helmi, when met, said efforts to engage with the public and raise awareness about the National Month had received an encouraging response.

He said programmes of this nature were important in fostering the spirit of unity among the community, particularly the younger generation.

-- BERNAMA