Excited trainees ready for Malaysia's National Service Program 3.0

Seventeen-year-old Siti Nur Amira Fauzi is eager to begin Malaysia's National Service Training Program (PLKN) 3.0 at Kem 504 Askar Wataniah (AW) in Bukit Keteri. Despite initial nervousness about being away from her family in Penang, she feels prepared mentally and emotionally.

"I was afraid because I've never been away from my family, but I have to be confident and try to adapt here," Siti Nur Amira told Utusan Malaysia. "I hope my participation in PLKN 3.0 will foster a more positive attitude, improve discipline, and strengthen my character," added the former student of SMK Bandar Baru Perda.

Chua Ru Yi, also 17, expressed surprise at being selected for the newly revived PLKN 3.0. Initial apprehension about the training faded after watching social media videos of past programs. Nurul Fatihah Abdul Rahim, 24, a Johor Bahru resident with prior experience in the Territorial Army, voluntarily registered for PLKN 3.0, viewing it as an opportunity to refine her existing skills. She is eager to train under experienced instructors.