PUTRAJAYA: Flying the Jalur Gemilang is more than raising a flag; it embodies Malaysia's soul and spirit, etched in the hearts of every citizen.
Information Department (Japen) community relations and development deputy director Hazlianayati Sudin @ Subdin said the Jalur Gemilang, flying proudly in the sky, symbolises the unity of Malaysians across different backgrounds, religions and walks of life.
She therefore urged all citizens to take part in the Satu Rumah, Satu Jalur Gemilang initiative to foster patriotism ahead of this year's National Day and Malaysia Day celebrations.
"Imagine if every house in Malaysia, from remote villages to high-rise apartments in Kuala Lumpur, flew the flag; the sight of a sea of red, white, blue and yellow would surely fill us all with pride.
"This effort is not just about decorating homes but about sincerely instilling a love for the country in the heart, not out of compulsion," she said at a media briefing Thursday (Aug 14) on the procedures for the publication and display of the Jalur Gemilang in conjunction with National Day and Malaysia Day 2025 here.
Hazlianayati said the Jalur Gemilang also symbolises the nation's sovereignty, freedom and prosperity and should be proudly flown by all citizens.
She added that the Satu Rumah, Satu Jalur Gemilang initiative, first introduced by Japen on May 19, 2024, has been expanded to seven clusters this year to foster patriotism and love for the country among the people.
She said the seven clusters were education, security, health, government agencies, higher education, community and industry.
"It is hoped that this initiative will encourage widespread display of the Jalur Gemilang across homes, government buildings, businesses and public vehicles in celebration of National Day and Malaysia Day," said Hazlianayati.
Themed "Malaysia Madani: Rakyat Disantuni", this year's National Day celebration will be held on Aug 31 at Dataran Putrajaya, with Malaysia Day celebrations taking place on Sept 16 in Penang. - Bernama
