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The Star
8 hours ago
- Politics
- The Star
Legal action on National Service absentees a last resort, says government
KUALA LUMPUR: Legal action under the National Service Training Act 2003 is considered a last resort, with the government ready to explore reasons behind trainees' absences. Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari stated that the ministry's priority is raising awareness of the National Service 3.0 (PLKN 3.0) and will consider all factors that might prevent a trainee from attending training. "The minister acknowledges the existence of the National Service Training Act 2003 under Section 18(1). "However, we learned that absenteeism was due to health, education, and employment reasons," he told the Dewan Rakyat on Thursday (July 24). Earlier, Syed Ibrahim bin Syed Noh (PH-Ledang) noted that the failure of some trainees to attend National Service was a "missed opportunity" and inquired about efforts to ensure compliance. Adly mentioned that those absent during the second series of PLKN 3.0 have expressed readiness to participate in the next series. "Therefore, the ministry aims to raise awareness and considers these factors, prioritising opportunities over enforcing the Act, which is seen as a last option," he added. Section 18(1) of the National Service Training Act 2003 states that selected individuals who fail to attend without a valid excuse may face legal consequences, including a fine of up to RM3,000, imprisonment for a maximum of six months, or both. He informed the Dewan Rakyat that PLKN 3.0 started in January, with three series of training, involving a total of 1,200 trainees. PLKN 3.0 kicked off on Jan 12 with 142 volunteer trainees aged 18 to 25, including 44 females. The second and third batches will be randomly selected and screened. About 70% of PLKN 3.0 consists of basic military modules such as navigation, marching, and personal arms training. The remaining 30% is devoted to civics or nation-building subjects, including Malaysian history, its political system, and multicultural diversity within society.
Barnama
16-06-2025
- Barnama
PLKN 3.0 Absentees Under Scrutiny, May Face Legal Action
MELAKA, June 16 (Bernama) -- The National Service Training Department (JLKN) is currently assessing and reviewing the reasons given by candidates who did not turn up for the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 3.0 Series 2 of 2025, which kicked off on May 11. Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said a report on this matter will be presented to the ministry soon for further action, as attendance for selected individuals in the second series is mandatory. "Yes, there are indeed several (individuals) who did not show up, and at present, we are receiving and reviewing all the reports in detail regarding their reasons for absence. "JLKN will present the findings to the Ministry of Defence soon. Essentially, this process is to raise awareness that once selected, it is mandatory for them to register, and we have provisions under the law to act on this," he told a press conference after officiating the Pingat Jasa Malaysia (PJM) award ceremony at the Melaka International Trade Centre (MITC), Ayer Keroh here today. He said a review of the reasons is currently underway, as trainees' attendance is governed by Section 18(1) of the National Service Training Act 2003 (Act 628) and that selected individuals who failed to attend without a valid excuse may face legal consequences, including a fine of up to RM3,000, imprisonment for a maximum of six months, or both. It was previously reported that 344 PLKN 3.0, Series 2/2025 trainees had reported for 45 days of training between May 11 and June 24. Out of this number, 206 male trainees and 138 female trainees reported at Rejimen 505 (AW) Camp, Force 136 Camp in Pekan, Pahang, and Rejimen 515 (AW) Camp, Jalan Buku Lima, Kuala Lumpur. "So far, the main reasons for trainee absences that we have received are related to health, employment, and furthering studies. We are trying to improve related aspects to ensure 100 per cent attendance for every session of the programme," he said. At the ceremony earlier, 1,000 veterans from the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF), along with widows and heirs of veterans from Melaka and Negeri Sembilan, were presented with the PJM. The award honours the bravery and sacrifice of military personnel in fulfilling their duties to the nation.
The Star
16-06-2025
- The Star
National Service 3.0 absentees under scrutiny, may face legal action, says deputy minister
MELAKA: The National Service Training Department is currently assessing and reviewing the reasons given by candidates who did not turn up for the National Service Training Programme 3.0 Series 2 of 2025, which kicked off on May 11. Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said a report on this matter will be presented to the ministry soon for further action, as attendance for selected individuals in the second series is mandatory. "Yes, there are indeed several (individuals) who did not show up, and at present, we are receiving and reviewing all the reports in detail regarding their reasons for absence. "JLKN will present the findings to the Defence Ministry soon. Essentially, this process is to raise awareness that once selected, it is mandatory for them to register, and we have provisions under the law to act on this," he told a press conference after officiating the Pingat Jasa Malaysia (PJM) award ceremony at the Melaka International Trade Centre (MITC), Ayer Keroh here Monday (June 16). He said a review of the reasons is currently underway, as trainees' attendance is governed by Section 18(1) of the National Service Training Act 2003 and that selected individuals who failed to attend without a valid excuse may face legal consequences, including a fine of up to RM3,000, imprisonment for a maximum of six months, or both. It was previously reported that 344 PLKN 3.0, Series 2/2025 trainees had reported for 45 days of training between May 11 and June 24. Out of this number, 206 male trainees and 138 female trainees reported at Rejimen 505 (AW) Camp, Force 136 Camp in Pekan, Pahang, and Rejimen 515 (AW) Camp, Jalan Buku Lima, Kuala Lumpur. "So far, the main reasons for trainee absences that we have received are related to health, employment, and furthering studies. We are trying to improve related aspects to ensure 100% attendance for every session of the programme," he said. At the ceremony earlier, 1,000 veterans from the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF), along with widows and heirs of veterans from Melaka and Negri Sembilan, were presented with the PJM. The award honours the bravery and sacrifice of military personnel in fulfilling their duties to the nation. As of March, 48,346 MAF veterans who met the requirements have received the PJM. The award has been coordinated by the MAF's Veterans Affairs Department since March 2004. - Bernama
The Sun
16-06-2025
- The Sun
PLKN 3.0 absentees under scrutiny, may face legal action
MELAKA: The National Service Training Department (JLKN) is currently assessing and reviewing the reasons given by candidates who did not turn up for the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 3.0 Series 2 of 2025, which kicked off on May 11. Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said a report on this matter will be presented to the ministry soon for further action, as attendance for selected individuals in the second series is mandatory. 'Yes, there are indeed several (individuals) who did not show up, and at present, we are receiving and reviewing all the reports in detail regarding their reasons for absence. 'JLKN will present the findings to the Ministry of Defence soon. Essentially, this process is to raise awareness that once selected, it is mandatory for them to register, and we have provisions under the law to act on this,' he told a press conference after officiating the Pingat Jasa Malaysia (PJM) award ceremony at the Melaka International Trade Centre (MITC), Ayer Keroh here today. He said a review of the reasons is currently underway, as trainees' attendance is governed by Section 18(1) of the National Service Training Act 2003 (Act 628) and that selected individuals who failed to attend without a valid excuse may face legal consequences, including a fine of up to RM3,000, imprisonment for a maximum of six months, or both. It was previously reported that 344 PLKN 3.0, Series 2/2025 trainees had reported for 45 days of training between May 11 and June 24. Out of this number, 206 male trainees and 138 female trainees reported at Rejimen 505 (AW) Camp, Force 136 Camp in Pekan, Pahang, and Rejimen 515 (AW) Camp, Jalan Buku Lima, Kuala Lumpur. 'So far, the main reasons for trainee absences that we have received are related to health, employment, and furthering studies. We are trying to improve related aspects to ensure 100 per cent attendance for every session of the programme,' he said. At the ceremony earlier, 1,000 veterans from the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF), along with widows and heirs of veterans from Melaka and Negeri Sembilan, were presented with the PJM. The award honours the bravery and sacrifice of military personnel in fulfilling their duties to the nation. As of March, 48,346 MAF veterans who met the requirements have received the PJM. The award has been coordinated by the MAF's Department of Veterans Affairs since March 2004.
The Star
09-06-2025
- Health
- The Star
Mindef: NS no-shows due to health issues, jobs
JELI: Health issues and job commitments are some of the reasons behind the absence of 206 participants from the National Service Training Programme 3.0 in May, says the Defence Ministry (Mindef). Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said the ministry will conduct a comprehensive assessment and investigate to resolve the issues, particularly those related to health and the trainees' work commitments. 'We want to understand the reasons behind their failure to register because, based on the approach we use, we not only inform them but also maintain direct communication with the individuals involved,' he told reporters after the Jeli district Madani Village Veterans programme at SK Sungai Rual. Adly said the ministry is currently obtaining reports from the programme committee, including reviewing presentations by the National Service Training Department and examining the reasons for the participants' absence that have been submitted. He said participants are bound by the National Service Training Act 2003, and that the ministry would conduct a thorough review of the justifications for their failure to register before any enforcement of the law is considered, Bernama reported. 'If there is no other option, only then will we invoke the Act to enforce disciplinary measures,' he said.
