Display of Jalur Gemilang on Merdeka Anniversary

It is encouraging to see that most owners of premises have now taken the initiative to display the Jalur Gemilang. However the enthusiasm and preparation taken to put up the displays appear to be at various levels.

For most it can be seen that the attitude taken is very lackadiasical. As long as it is stuck up somewhere the show of loyalty is fullfilled. The flagpost can be a bent pvc water pipes or any material that can stand just a few feet above the gound. It would not be wrong to say that less than 5% of homes and shopping premises really show seriousness and respect for the National Flag.

After 50 years of Nationhood, I think it is high time that all Malaysians give the right respect for our National Flag. To start with, all Local Authorities should prescribe that all new buildings should include at least a flag post in the design in an appropriate place. Such a move, would also instil the conciousness that flying the National Flag is part of our citizen's obligation.

MSAbdullah.