Negeri Sembilan PMR 2025 To Highlight Digital, AI Elements
SEREMBAN, Aug 19 (Bernama) -- The Negeri Sembilan edition of the MADANI Rakyat Programme (PMR) 2025, to be held from Aug 22 to 24 at Dataran Nilai, will feature a new concept emphasising digital and artificial intelligence (AI) elements, under the theme 'Digital Merentasi Generasi Memperkasa Komuniti'.
Digital Ministry Corporate Communications Unit head Nur Fazreen Mohamad Kamal said the programme, organised by the ministry in collaboration with the Negeri Sembilan State Secretariat, will showcase various digital services, offering the community an opportunity to experience the nation's digital transformation first-hand.
She said among the highlights will be the use of AI presenters alongside physical presenters, on the main stage during the opening ceremony, which is scheduled to be officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim this Saturday (Aug 23).
'This edition of PMR is special as it brings digital elements directly to the people, and introduces the various digital services available in Malaysia for their use. The public must be given exposure to the AI system to gain a better understanding.
'It is also part of efforts to reflect the government's continuous commitment to digitising the nation, aimed at improving quality of life and driving a high-tech future, anchored on human values and social justice,' she said in an interview with Bernama Radio today in conjunction with the programme.
Nur Fazreen said that a total of 22 ministries will set up booths, offering various activities, including dental and health check-ups, a 50 per cent discount on summonses, and a food court (Selero Nogori), with more than 150 touch-point services for the people.
More than 40 MADANI entrepreneurs will also take part in this edition, alongside a digital and career carnival offering 500 job opportunities, free motorcycle engine oil changes, and the exchange of 3,000 helmets at no cost.
She also said that popular animated characters such as Boboiboy, Papa Zola, Ejen Ali, and Upin & Ipin will also make appearances, with the highlight being the screening of Ejen Ali The Movie on Saturday night, in addition to a religious talk on Friday.
In this regard, she called on the public, including those from Melaka, Putrajaya, Selangor, and Kuala Lumpur, not to miss the opportunity to visit Negeri Sembilan PMR to enjoy the various services offered. For more information, the public can visit www.malaysiamadani.gov.my.
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