PUTRAJAYA willl allow students stranded in campuses to return home, and the government is in the midst of making preparations for them, said Prime Minister Muhiyiddin Yassin today.

Speaking in a live telecast tonight, he said the government is working on the method to get the students home, and will take into consideration the Health Ministry’s advice. 

“The number of students involved is huge, with almost 100,000 people.

“So, we have to plan their movements carefully and ensure it is organised and does not pose any risk of infection.  

“We will ensure the students are healthy before they are allowed to return home,” he added.

The prime minister said details of the plan will be announced soon by the government.

“Parents, please be patient. Give it a little time for the relevant ministries to handle this. I know you all miss your children.

“The important thing is that they can all go home safely.”

Muhyiddin added the government is also considering allowing those back in their home towns to return to cities.

These people had returned to their home towns just after the MCO was announced and before it took effect on March 18. They have since then remained stranded in there.

“The government is considering giving one-time travel permits for this purpose.

“This is for those who left before the government implemented the first (phase of the) MCO,” he said.

He said as this would involve a huge number of people as well, the government is collecting data and studying the best methods to regulate the movement.

“Those involved can register online in applications provided by the police or go to the police station.

“It is important for the police to arrange their journey to avoid congestion on highways.

“Those travelling also need to make sure they are healthy and free of any symptoms before starting the journey,” he said, adding more details on the matter will be announced by the government soon.

Earlier, Muhyiddin had announced that the MCO was being extended to May 12.

Malaysia today recorded 71 new Covid-19 cases and two more deaths, continuing the week-long trend of double-digit new cases and a reduced number of deaths. – April 23, 2020.