Malaysian Armed Forces Successfully Conduct Op Murni to Ferry SPM Candidates Amidst Flooding

Operation Details

The Malaysian 2nd Infantry Division Headquarters has released a statement confirming the successful completion of Op Murni, a special operation conducted by the 8th Malaysian Infantry Brigade to ferry Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) candidates affected by flooding in Rantau Panjang. The operation was carried out to ensure the safe transportation of 300 SPM candidates to their respective exam centers.

The Skidded Truck

During the operation, a Malaysian Armed Forces seven-ton truck skidded off the road while braving floodwaters. However, it was not ferrying any SPM candidates at the time of the incident. The truck was successfully brought back and was fully operational.

Operation Highlights

The operation, which started at 7 am, took five hours to complete. The journey involved crossing two flooded locations, and a total of 11 trucks and 12 combat boats were used to transport the students. The operation involved several schools, including Maahad Muhammadi Rantau Panjang and Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Rantau Panjang, who were transferred to three boarding schools in Pasir Mas.

Successful Operation

The Malaysian 2nd Infantry Division Headquarters praised the success of the operation, stating that no untoward incidents occurred to the school students. The special operation was a testament to the bravery and professionalism of the Malaysian Armed Forces personnel involved.

Conclusion

Op Murni was a remarkable example of the Malaysian Armed Forces’ ability to respond to emergencies and provide assistance to those in need. The successful completion of the operation ensured the safe transportation of SPM candidates to their exam centers, despite the challenging conditions caused by the flooding.

FAQs

Q: What was the purpose of Op Murni?
A: The purpose of Op Murni was to ferry Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) candidates affected by flooding in Rantau Panjang to their respective exam centers.

Q: How many SPM candidates were affected by the flooding?
A: A total of 300 SPM candidates were affected by the flooding in Rantau Panjang.

Q: What was the duration of the operation?
A: The operation took five hours to complete, starting at 7 am.

Q: How many trucks and combat boats were used in the operation?
A: A total of 11 trucks and 12 combat boats were used in the operation.

Q: Were there any incidents during the operation?
A: Yes, a Malaysian Armed Forces seven-ton truck skidded off the road while braving floodwaters, but it was not ferrying any SPM candidates at the time of the incident. The truck was successfully brought back and was fully operational.