Stylish Hair, Smooth-Running Motorcycles, All For Free At Kelantan PMR 2025

KOTA BHARU, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- Feeling like going to an auto workshop or the barbers? Just drop by the Kelantan MADANI Rakyat Programme (PMR) 2025, where visitors can not only change their motorcycle engine oil, but also emerge with a new stylish haircut, all free of charge.

On average, visitors described this initiative as evidence of the government's genuine concern for the needs of the people, notably the low-income group who are increasingly squeezed by the pressure of the cost of living.

Mohd Siaful Muizuddin, 33, for one, said he was satisfied with the quality of the engine oil lubricant used, even though the service was provided for free.

“Many free services that truly meet the needs of the people are provided in this programme, including black (engine) oil change. Interestingly, the products used are of very good quality, like those used in motorcycle workshops.

“Usually, the cost of changing lubricant oil reaches RM18 to RM20. This shows that the services offered are not just symbolic, but truly beneficial,” he told Bernama at the Sultan Muhammad IV Stadium compound, here today.

The lubricant oil change service is operated by 15 trainees and instructors from two Giat MARA institutions in Kelantan, with a target of 100 motorcycles per day.

A Giat MARA Prima Melor trainee, Shahrul Rosli, 21, said that while helping ease the burden of the people, the programme also gives him a chance to gain real-world experience.

“I have just completed a course in motorcycle technology, and this service has been the best practical training for me before opening my own workshop,” he said.

Meanwhile, the free haircut service conducted by eight trained members from the Malaysian Volunteer Department (RELA) also received a warm welcome among visitors of all ages.

Kelantan RELA Director Amirul Ikhwan Ahmad Shukri said their stall had been visited since early morning, with more than 80 people receiving the service until noon.

“Visitors can choose their preferred hairstyle. Usually, the haircut charge is around RM13, but here it's all free. The response has been very encouraging,” he said.

The Kelantan PMR 2025, which runs for three days starting today, is led by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), in collaboration with the Implementation Coordination Unit of the Prime Minister's Department (ICU JPM) and supported by various other ministries and government agencies.

The programme offers more than 100 direct services to the people, exhibitions of the latest technology and various initiatives to reach out to the community through the comprehensive approach of the MADANI Government.

-- BERNAMA