Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail advised the public to check and replace any damaged MyKad chips to ensure they can benefit from the targeted RON95 fuel subsidy, which is expected to be implemented at the end of this month.
He said the subsidy scheme would require identity verification via MyKad when refuelling at petrol stations.
“The price of RON95 petrol will be reduced to RM1.99 per litre through this targeted subsidy. One important thing Malaysians must do is check their MyKad and ensure the chip is working properly.
“If the chip is damaged or unreadable, don’t worry. You can go directly to any National Registration Department office or counter nationwide. Insya-Allah, it can be completed on the same day.
“Don’t wait until the last minute. Check early so everyone can benefit from this special petrol subsidy for Malaysians,” he said in a Facebook post today.
He said the initiative demonstrated Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s commitment to fulfilling promises made to the people.
“Although it took some time, he kept his word because he is a man of his word. Every promise he makes will be fulfilled for Malaysians.
“The Madani government remains committed to helping the people, safeguarding the welfare of all groups, and strengthening the country’s economy with integrity and responsibility,” he said.
It was previously reported that Anwar reiterated his assurance that the price of RON95 petrol would be reduced to RM1.99 per litre by the end of this month.
Anwar, who is also finance minister, had said that the move was in line with the government’s commitment to ensuring that the people enjoy lower fuel prices compared with the actual market price.
