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The Star
7 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Pro teams ready to release cyclists for SEA Games if funding issue is resolved
Malaysia National Cycling Federation (MNCF) president Datuk Amarjit Singh Gill. PETALING JAYA: The National Sports Council (NSC) now holds the key after Malaysia Pro Cycling (MPC) and Terengganu Cycling Team (TSG) agreed to release their riders for the SEA Games in Thailand this December, following persuasion from the Malaysian National Cycling Federation (MNCF). All parties convened in Bukit Jalil today, with MNCF President Datuk Amarjit Singh Gill leading the meeting, alongside several top officials from the association. Malaysia Pro Cycling (MPC) was represented by Sporting Director Sayuti Zahit, while Terengganu Cycling Team (TSG) Chief Operating Officer Nasiruddin Wan Idrus attended virtually. Although the four-hour meeting ended without a conclusive decision, both teams expressed willingness to release their riders for the biennial Games, provided their previous requests are met. Amarjit viewed the meeting positively, noting the NSC's willingness to negotiate additional funding to support the teams' preparations for the SEA Games in Thailand. As a next step, the MNCF has given both teams a one-week deadline to submit a detailed breakdown of their proposed budgets, estimated to be around RM250,000 per team. 'We've asked both TSG and MPC to clearly outline their actual needs, including logistics, participation fees, and any additional or top-up costs required for the SEA Games. 'Once we receive the detailed budget, we can then prepare a working paper to be submitted to the NSC for consideration. The NSC has indicated their readiness to review the request for additional funding based on the proposed budget,' said Amarjit after the meeting. Amarjit believes the requests made by MPC and TSG are reasonable, involving essential technical matters such as spare parts, nutritional supplements, centralised training expenses, and other related costs. Once the MNCF receives the full breakdown of these expenses, he plans to engage the NSC again to secure the additional funding needed. Sayuti, while welcoming the meeting, said he is still waiting for a firm decision from the NSC at a follow-up meeting once the list requested by the MNCF is submitted. 'We're all looking for a solution, and we're hoping for a better outcome than before. Our requests remain the same, and we're appealing to the NSC to give us some room so we can find common ground and reach a compromise,' he said. So far, nine riders have been listed to represent the country in the road race event, comprising four from TSG, four from MPC, and one national rider. In total, Malaysia's cycling contingent for the SEA Games in Thailand will consist of 33 athletes across four disciplines: road (14 riders: nine men and five women), mountain bike (five riders: three men and two women), BMX (four riders: two men and two women), and track (11 riders: nine men and two women).
New Straits Times
23-07-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
MNCF determined to resolve Sea Games road cycling funding issue
KUALA LUMPUR: There is still hope that professional riders from Terengganu Cycling Team (TSG) and Malaysia Pro Cycling (MPC) will represent the country at this year's Thailand Sea Games (Dec 9-20). The two teams had previously stated that they will not release their riders for the biennial games if the National Sports Council (NSC) does not meet their requests for funding. MPC had also requested for new time trial bikes. The Malaysia National Cycling Federation (MNCF) today (July 23) announced that they will submit a new Sea Games budget to NSC within one week. The new budget will take into consideration requests from TSG and MPC. Representatives from NSC, MNCF, MPC and TSG attended a four-hour meeting in Bukit Jalil today to discuss preparations for the games. MNCF president president Datuk Amarjit Singh Gill, technical director John Beasley and road cycling committee chairman Norazman Abu Samah were among those present. "I feel things are moving positively, there is nothing in this world that cannot be resolved through discussion," said Amarjit. "NSC have always had an open door policy and they are willing to consider any additional support required for the Sea Games. "I have asked the (MNCF) road committee to prepare a detailed budget for the Sea Games which we will submit within a week. We have to be quick because the Sea Game is just a few months away. "I believe most of the requests from TSG and MPC are acceptable. "I can't speak on behalf of NSC, however, I believe they will accept some of the requests but maybe not all. We are hoping for a positive outcome." TSG had previously requested RM250,000 from NSC to cover training and competition expenses (at warm up races) to prepare their riders for the Sea Games. It is understood that MPC had been seeking a similar amount. NSC had early this year allocated RM300,000 to MNCF for road cycling though only RM196,000 remains after RM104,000 was spent on preparing and sending riders to compete at the Asian Championships in Thailand earlier this year. Amarjit said the response from both professional teams was positive after the meeting. "I think they were both quite receptive, they understood the situation and that NSC also has constraints," said Amarjit. "When we left the meeting, everyone had smiles on their faces which is good. "At the end of the day, we just want to make sure we have the best riders representing the country at the Sea Games." Amarjit disclosed that nine riders have been shortlisted for the Sea Games squad - four from TSG, four from MPC and one from St George Continental Cycling Team. Ren Bao Tsen is currently on the books at St George, which is a UCI continental squad from Australia.
New Straits Times
09-07-2025
- New Straits Times
MNCF urges police to investigate threatening posts against cyclists
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysia National Cycling Federation (MNCF) has urged the police to investigate social media posts which threaten to harm cyclists. MNCF president Datuk Amarjit Singh Gill said the national body views the recent altercation between a bus driver and a group of cyclists in Batu Arang that went viral recently, seriously. The incident has sparked intense debate online which has led to unsavoury posts against cyclists being made. "I would like to stress that such posts are irresponsible and constitute a criminal threat towards thousands of cyclists who use public roads daily," said Amarjit in a statement released today (July 9). "MNCF urges the police to investigate these threatening social media posts which encourage (other road users) to hit cyclists on purpose. "Any accident (collision) done on purpose by a motorised vehicle against a cyclist may be an offence under Section 43(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987." He stressed that cyclists have a right to cycle on most public roads — except highways and specific roads — but must do so in a responsible manner. "Cycling is an activity that is allowed on public roads, except on highways or roads where it is specifically prohibited," said Amarjit. MNCF reminded cyclists to abide by traffic regulations and ensure they are equipped with safety equipment such as helmets, highly visible apparel as well as lights. The national body also encourages cyclists who ride in a group to ride in a single file and be aware of their surroundings.
Indian Express
09-07-2025
- Indian Express
2 accused of kidnapping, killing property dealer arrested: Police
Police in Mohali claimed to have solved a blind murder case with the arrest of two accused for kidnapping and killing a local property dealer over a failed extortion attempt. Saurav Jindal (PPS), SP (Investigation), Mohali, said the body of Amarjit Singh Sehaaj (50) was recovered from the Morni Hills area in Panchkula, Haryana, following a joint operation by CIA Mohali and IT City Police. The case was registered on July 4 based on the statement of Amarjit's son, Kahul Sehaaj, who reported his father missing after he failed to return home on the night of July 3. An FIR was lodged under sections of kidnapping, and a special team led by senior officers including SP (Operations) Talwinder Singh and homicide incharge Jatinder Chauhan was formed to investigate. Using technical surveillance and human intelligence, police zeroed in on the suspects — Bikram Singh, a resident of Falcon View, Sector 66A Mohali, and Baljinder Singh Bhullar, from Malout, but now living on Airport Road, Zirakpur. Both were arrested on July 7 from Sector 66-A. According to the police, during interrogation, the duo confessed to luring Amarjit into their car from his residence, demanding Rs 31–40 lakh from him. When he refused, they drove him to the Morni Hills, shot him dead with Bhullar's licensed .30 bore pistol, and dumped his body in the forest. The vehicle and murder weapon have been traced and are being recovered. A case of murder and arms violations has been registered. Police have obtained a four-day remand of the suspects for further investigation.
New Straits Times
03-07-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
MNCF suspends cycling coach's licence after sexual assault charge
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian National Cycling Federation (MNCF) has suspended former national cyclist Nor Effandy Rosli 's coaching licence with immediate effect after he was charged with sexually assaulting a 15-year-old female trainee last year. MNCF president Datuk Amarjit Singh Gill said the federation acted swiftly to protect the integrity of the sport and the safety of athletes. "MNCF will not tolerate any licence holder found to have violated the country's laws, the Safe Sport Code, or the UCI Code of Ethics, especially in cases involving minors," said Amarjit in a statement on Thursday. He said the federation would monitor the case and take further action based on the court's decision. Nor Effandy, 58, was not coaching with the national or any state team at the time of the alleged incident but was attached to a private cycling club. Amarjit, who is also a lawyer and president of the Asian Cycling Confederation (ACC), said athlete safety, especially of minors, remains the federation's priority. MNCF reminded all involved in the sport — athletes, coaches, officials and administrators — to uphold a safe environment and report any misconduct to the federation or authorities. Nor Effandy, a 1998 Commonwealth Games silver medallist, pleaded not guilty before Judge Norshila Kamaruddin at the Ampang Sessions Court. He was charged under Section 14(a) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act, read with Section 16(1), which carries a maximum 20-year jail term and whipping. He also faces an additional sentence of up to five years' jail and at least two strokes of the rotan under Section 16(1).
