Over 500 attend eco-friendly event in Pandan Indah


Ten netball teams battled it out for the RM1,000 cash prize.

Ampang Jaya’s first car-free day this year saw a lively start with more than 500 residents hitting the streets.

With roads in Pandan Indah closed to traffic, the community came together for a day packed with sports and games at the event, held in conjunction with National Youth Day 2025.

Organised by Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ), the car-free programme is part of the council’s ongoing mission to make the town a low carbon area, while inspiring locals to embrace healthy and active lifestyles.

A 3km leisure walk saw participants of all ages lacing up their sneakers and soaking in the festive atmosphere at Padang Perbandaran MPAJ.

Gamers got their moment in the spotlight at the PlayStation 5 e-sports tournament, which made its debut and drew 30 competitors vying for a slice of the RM1,000 prize pool.

The council’s car-free day programme also included a leisure walk at Padang Perbandaran MPAJ in Pandan Indah.The council’s car-free day programme also included a leisure walk at Padang Perbandaran MPAJ in Pandan Indah.

Ahmad Farid Ab Aziz walked away with the champion title and RM500.

Over on the field, 10 netball teams battled it out for the RM1,000 cash prize.

A penalty kick competition featured 100 players from 20 teams across Under-8, Under-10 and Under-12 categories.

Winners walked away with medals, hampers worth RM100 and challenge trophies.

Families also got in on the action with crowd-pleasing favourites like cooking, colouring, acoustic singing and home garden decoration contests.

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