MALACCA Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh said Tanjung Bidara’s status as a renowned holiday destination would be restored through various measures, including the development of extreme sports recreation parks. 

He said various programmes would be organised to attract youth and extreme sports enthusiasts to visit Tanjung Bidara. 

“We plan to build an international standard remote control car sports circuit and also a caravan park. These efforts aim to bring back Tanjung Bidara’s 1970s glory days. 

“It is in line with the preparations to enhance and improve the quality of tourism products in conjunction with Visit Melaka Year 2024,” he told the media after officiating the Fit Malaysia State-level Walkabout programme at Tanjung Bidara today. 

The event saw almost 10,000 participants engaging in various sports activities such as cycling, Muay Thai, running, and aerobics. 

Ab Rauf said sports and fitness-related activities have the potential to strengthen family bonds and unite people. 

He added that the main objective of sports was to promote physical well-being.  

“Therefore, I encourage the implementation of the Fit Malaysia model in respective neighbourhoods, residential areas, traditional villages, and anywhere else that is suitable and safe,” he said. 

He advised the public to fully utilise sports and recreational facilities provided by relevant agencies and organisations throughout the state. 

“There are numerous recreational places available in the state, such as Tanjung Bidara Beach, Ayer Keroh Botanical Garden, Tun Fatimah Stadium, and Hang Jebat Stadium, among others. 

“I look forward to the participation of Malacca people in various fitness activities in these areas, as it doesn’t cost much to stay healthy and active,” he added. – Bernama, September 17, 2023.