Make Your Balik Kampung Journey A Safe One

Captain K. Bala, Safety Activist & President, Road Safety Marshal Club (RSMC)

27-Apr-22 14:00

Make Your Balik Kampung Journey A Safe One

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After two years of festive celebrations hindered by various movement restrictions, many Malaysians are looking forward to celebrating Hari Raya as close to normal as they can this year. But being Malaysians, road safety is a major concern as we prepare for the balik kampung exodus along with the unpredictable weather. As we prepare to drive out of the city this weekend, Capt K. Bala, safety activist and president of the Road Safety Marshal Club joins us to share some advice on how to make your balik kampung journey a safe one.

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Produced by: Lim Sue Ann

Presented by: Lim Sue Ann

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