Patriotism fills Putrajaya

Prisons Department's K9 unit personnel and their dogs during the National Day parade.

THOUSANDS gathered at Dataran Putrajaya to mark the 69th National Day, transforming the nation’s administrative capital into a sea of flags and colours for a lively celebration.

An RMAF fighter deploys flares during a dramatic flypast.

The atmosphere was charged with national pride as crowds waved the Jalur Gemilang and shouted Merdeka!

Malaysians in traditional ethnic attire provide colour to the celebration.

The programme featured cultural performances, marches, and colourful traditional costumes, highlighting Malaysia’s diverse heritage and multicultural identity.

Popular animation characters Upin and Ipin wave to the crowd from a float.

The celebration, themed Malaysia Madani: Kesejahteraan Dinikmati, began with a ceremony by uniformed personnel followed by stage performances and a march past.

1 Malaysians in ethnic attire bringing colour to the celebration.2 An RMAF fighter jet deploying flares during a dramatic flypast.3 Prisons Department’s K9 unit personnel with their partners.4 Members of police mounted unit on parade.5 Animation characters Upin and Ipin waving to the crowd from a float.6 A drum troupe captivating spectators with an energetic performance.7 Thousands waving the Jalur Gemilang with pride.

Joining the parade were service animals from agencies such as the police, Prisons Department, Customs Department, Fire and Rescue Department and Malaysian Armed Forces.

A drum troupe captivates spectators with an energetic performance.

As the celebrations unfolded, Dataran Putrajaya became a focal point for Malaysians to reflect on the country’s journey since independence while looking towards the future.

Members of a police mounted unit on parade.

The gathering also underscored the significance of National Day in bringing people of different backgrounds together.

For many there, the celebration was an opportunity to express pride, honour the sacrifices of earlier generations and reaffirm hopes for a peaceful, prosperous and united Malaysia.