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RM2,000 Fine Awaits Festival-Goers Who Litter
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RM2,000 Fine Awaits Festival-Goers Who Litter

From Utusan Malaysia · (13m ago) Malay Critical tone

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Participants at the Rain Rave Musical Festival 2026 face a RM2,000 compound fine and 12 hours of community service if caught littering.
  • The Minister of Housing and Local Government confirmed that authorities have records of offenders and will take strict action against those polluting the environment.
  • The minister also expressed gratitude to cleaning staff and SWCorp officers for their efforts in maintaining cleanliness after the festival.

Malaysia is taking a firm stance against littering at public events, with stern warnings issued to attendees of the Rain Rave Musical Festival 2026. The Ministry of Housing and Local Government, through Minister Nga Kor Ming, has announced a hefty RM2,000 compound fine and a 12-hour community service requirement for anyone caught discarding trash indiscriminately during the three-day festival.

Bagi mereka yang membuang sampah merata-rata, maaf. Kami ada rekod anda dan kami akan mengambil tindakan terhadap anda.

โ€” Nga Kor MingMinister of Housing and Local Government warning offenders that they are recorded and will face action.

Minister Nga Kor Ming emphasized that the authorities possess records of individuals involved in littering and will not tolerate actions that mar the environment. This decisive measure aims to instill a sense of responsibility among festival-goers and preserve the cleanliness of public spaces. The message is clear: environmental stewardship is paramount, and disregard for it will be met with significant penalties.

Kompaun RM2,000 dan 12 jam khidmat masyarakat sedang menanti.

โ€” Nga Kor MingStating the penalties for littering: a RM2,000 fine and 12 hours of community service.

In addition to imposing penalties, the ministry also took the opportunity to acknowledge the hard work of the cleaning crews and Solid Waste Management and Public Cleansing Corporation (SWCorp) officers. Minister Nga expressed his profound appreciation for their tireless efforts in cleaning up the venue and surrounding areas post-event. Their dedication ensures that cities remain clean and presentable, a fact that deserves commendation and respect from all citizens.

Saya ingin merakamkan penghargaan dan ucapan terima kasih yang tidak terhingga kepada semua pekerja dan pegawai SWCorp yang bekerja tanpa mengenal penat membantu menyapu dan membersihkan jalan selepas acara mega itu.

โ€” Nga Kor MingExpressing gratitude to SWCorp workers and officers for their hard work in cleaning up after the festival.

From Malaysia's perspective, events like the Rain Rave Musical Festival, while bringing vibrancy and entertainment, must not come at the cost of environmental degradation. The government's proactive approach, combining strict enforcement with public acknowledgment of essential workers, reflects a commitment to both public order and civic pride. This initiative underscores the importance of collective responsibility in maintaining Malaysia's natural beauty and urban cleanliness.

Mereka wajar dipuji dan kita memberi tabik hormat serta kasih sayang kepada mereka kerana membantu memastikan bandar kita kekal bersih.

โ€” Nga Kor MingStating that the cleaning staff deserve praise and respect for keeping the city clean.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.