MALAYSIANS were out in full force at Dataran Putrajaya today in a show of patriotism to mark the country’s 66th National Day.
The early morning peace and tranquility were broken as early as 1am when a sea of people filled up square where the event is being held today.
This year’s Merdeka theme is “Malaysia Madani: Tekad Perpaduan, Penuhi Harapan” (Determination in Unity, Fulfilling Hope). – August 31, 2023.
Parade participants clad in traditional attire pose for pictures during the Merdeka celebration in Putrajaya. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Najjua Zulkefli, August 31, 2023.Members of the Malaysian armed forces perform a march-past during the Merdeka parade in Putrajaya. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Najjua Zulkefli, August 31, 2023.Parade participants showcase the country's multicultural heritage with their colourful traditional outfits in Putrajaya. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Najjua Zulkefli, August 31, 2023.Malaysian Royal Police personnel take part in the Merdeka celebration parade in Putrajaya. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Najjua Zulkefli, August 31, 2023.Participants in traditional togs joyfully wave the Malaysia flag during the Merdeka parade in Putrajaya. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Najjua Zulkefli, August 31, 2023.Spectators line the sides of streets to watch the National Day parade today. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Najjua Zulkefli, August 31, 2023.Members of the Malaysian Army march during the parade marking Malaysia's 66th year of independence in Putrajaya. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Najjua Zulkefli, August 31, 2023.Children adorn their faces with stickers as they watch the Merdeka parade in Putrajaya. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Najjua Zulkefli, August 31, 2023.Participants bearing the Malaysia flag await their turn to march during a parade at the National Day celebrations in Putrajaya. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Najjua Zulkefli, August 31, 2023.A Malaysian Army armoured vehicle drive past spectators during the Merdeka celebrations in Putrajaya. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Najjua Zulkefli, August 31, 2023.A child watches the National Day parade in anticipation, in Putrajaya. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Najjua Zulkefli, August 31, 2023.
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