PETALING JAYA: The Chinese community should receive toll exemptions during Chinese New Year, says MIC vice-president Datuk T. Murugiah.
He said this is essential to ensure fairness and equal treatment as the community celebrates one of its most significant festivals.
“Chinese New Year is a major celebration in Malaysia with thousands of Chinese Malaysians travelling back to their hometowns to reunite with their families.
“These journeys often come with high costs, and toll fares are a significant financial burden for highway users.
“Waiving toll charges, even temporarily, can ease this burden and reflect the government’s commitment to the well-being of all Malaysians regardless of race,” he said.
He also reminded the government of its previous promise to abolish toll charges entirely if given the mandate to govern.
While the promise has not been fulfilled, he urged the government to at least grant toll exemptions during major festive seasons to honour the spirit of its commitment.
“It is disappointing to see the lack of action even during such significant celebrations,” he said.
