KUALA LUMPUR: Rapid KL train services will be operating 24 hours in the Klang Valley in conjunction with the National Day celebration.
Prasarana president and group chief executive officer Amir Hamdan said all rail services, along with the Sunway bus rapid transit (BRT), selected bus and Rapid KL On-Demand (ROD) routes, will run continuously from 6am on Aug 30 until 11.30pm on Aug 31.
He said that a total of 86 bus routes, involving 235 buses, will operate on Aug 30, which will be increased to 100 routes, involving 308 buses, on National Day itself.
Meanwhile, ROD service will be available at five selected zones from the Putrajaya Sentral MRT and from one zone at Putrajaya’s central business district with all reservations to only cost RM1.
A full list of Prasarana’s 24-hour bus and ROD service routes during National Day 2025 can be viewed at its website, www.myrapid.com.my or on Rapid KL’s social media pages.
Amir also announced that a free shuttle bus service will also be provided to transport people from the Putrajaya Sentral MRT station to Dataran Putrajaya from noon on Aug 30 until 2pm on Aug 31.
The shuttle bus frequency from the Putrajaya Sentral MRT station will be every 10 to 15 minutes on Aug 30 and increase to one every five minutes on National Day itself from 4am to 2pm.
Shuttle bus services will also be provided from the Putrajaya International Convention Centre (PICC) and Taman Botani to Dataran Putrajaya, both of which will operate from 4am to 2pm on Aug 31 with a frequency of every 10 minutes.
He added that over 5,000 of its personnel have been deployed during this National Day and expect public transportation services this year to be much smoother and safer.
“As the country’s largest public transport operator, we are proud to be part of the heartbeat of the people in heightening the spirit of patriotism this National Day.
“This initiative is not just about providing mobility services but also reflects our commitment to strengthen public transportation as a driver of unity and as a symbol of national pride.
“We hope Malaysians will take advantage of this service to attend in large numbers and embrace the spirit of independence together in an atmosphere of harmony and goodwill,” he told reporters in a press conference at Pasar Seni LRT station on Saturday (Aug 23).
He added that Prasarana will work with the Putrajaya Corporation (PPj) and police to ensure the smooth operation of all bus routes.
“The public is advised to follow instructions from relevant authorities and avoid obstructing bus routes during this period.
“Passengers interested in using rail services for National Day are also advised to ensure their Touch 'n Go eWallet has sufficient balance for a smoother journey,” he added.
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil praised Prasarana's extended service hours as part of Prasarana’s new Denyut Nadi Merdeka campaign.
“In today’s modern society, access to efficient public transportation is the lifeblood of the people’s progress and giving people the ability to travel easily, safely, and affordably is part of the meaning of our modern independence.
“Public transportation is no longer just a logistical need but a space of unity for Malaysians as everyone shares the same journey.
“This is the true essence of our spirit of independence – though we come from different backgrounds, let us move forward together towards a better future,” Fahmi said during the same press conference.
He also heaped praises on Prasarana's planned “Keretapi Sarong 2025” showcase event as part of Malaysia Day celebrations on Sept 13 that will see eight Rapid KL stations playing host to various special cultural events.
