PUTRAJAYA: A total of 78 people underwent Community Service Orders (CSOs) for minor littering offences in six states and territories on Saturday (March 28), says of Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming.
He said the CSOs were fulfilled simultaneously in Perlis, Kedah, the Federal Territories, Pahang, Negri Sembilan and Johor.
"These CSOs focus on comprehensive cleaning efforts, covering sidewalks, public roads, drainage systems, public toilets and beaches,” he said in a statement on Sunday (March 29).
Nga added that the orders are part of an integrated enforcement strategy to curb littering in public spaces, stressing that if minor littering is left unchecked, it can clog drains, inconvenience local communities and even trigger flash floods in urban areas.
"Do not discard cigarette butts, tissues, or drink cans carelessly. Such acts not only harm the environment but also tarnish the country’s image,” he said.
To date, the Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Management Corporation (SWCorp) has issued 1,342 Offence Notification Notices across seven states for minor littering, involving 1,058 Malaysians and 284 foreigners. – Bernama
