Maal Hijrah 1447H: Mohd Na’im Calls For Comprehensive Transformation Among Muslims

KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Bernama) -- Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar has urged Muslims in the country to embrace the true meaning of Hijrah, which goes beyond physical change to encompass a comprehensive transformation in values, mindset and attitude.

He said it is time for the people to shift from being passive to proactive, and to cultivate self-reliance in building a MADANI nation.

Mohd Na’im also said that every citizen must become a driving agent in fostering knowledge, upholding values, prioritising unity and embracing differences, thereby contributing to the development of families, communities and the nation based on compassion and piety.

“This year’s Maal Hijrah celebration carries the theme ‘Membangun Ummah MADANI’ (Developing a MADANI Ummah), a concept that reflects the spirit of the Prophet Muhammad’s Hijrah.

“It calls on the ummah to reclaim its role as an agent of mercy, justice and progress - shaping a value-driven society grounded in faith,” he said in his speech at the National-level Maal Hijrah 1447H/2025M celebration at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) today.

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia officiated the event, which was also attended by Tunku Temenggong Johor, Tunku Idris Iskandar.

Also present were Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Cabinet ministers.

The event drew nearly 8,000 attendees, including contingents from ministries, government departments and agencies, as well as international representatives.

Mohd Na’im further said that hijrah represents a time to renew the collective resolve towards greater unity, moral excellence and dignity in the effort to build a MADANI ummah.

“May the year 1447H be a turning point for all of us - a hijrah towards mercy, goodness and well-being,” he said.

In line with the theme of this year’s celebration, Mohd Na’im said the government, through the Prime Minster’s Department (Religious Affairs) has introduced the Al-Falah Transformation Plan 2023-2027, anchored on five hijrah values, namely Ilmu (knowledge), Integriti (integrity), Itqan (excellence), Istiqamah (consistency) and Ikhlas (sincerity), as the strategic framework for Islamic development in Malaysia.

He said the plan aims to create a more sustainable Islamic administration, while also enhancing civic participation and cultivating a more caring community.

Various initiatives have also been implemented, including Majlis Amanat Al-Falah 2025, the Santuni Komuniti MADANI programme, Zikir Akbar and high-impact dakwah programme, as well as outreach activities for orphans and frontliners.

“These efforts reflect how the spirit of hijrah is being translated into action by engaging the people, strengthening core values and empowering society,” he added.

-- BERNAMA