11-05-2025
Patriotic twins who desire disciplined life sign up for national service in Pahang
PEKAN: A desire to live a disciplined life and undergo military-style training has drawn a pair of twins to sign up for the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 3.0 here.
Ieuseuf Hafiz Mohd Suki, 19, and his twin brother Ieahiea Hasif, who hail from Selangor, signed up for the 45-day programme at 505th Regiment Camp in Sungai Miang here with eagerness to serve their stint.
"I can't wait to go through the jungle training, abseiling lessons and shooting drills at the range. These are the kind of activities usually reserved for security personnel," said Ieuseuf.
Having been involved in outdoor and extreme sports before, he said he had taken a break for some time and saw PLKN as a chance to test both his physical and mental limits.
For Ieahiea, the programme was not just about thrills, but a chance to deepen his love for the country.
"I'm proud to join this programme voluntarily. My brother and I received strong encouragement from our mother, Iswalah Arshad, which gave us even more motivation.
"After this, we plan to pursue our studies. But for now, I'm looking forward to learning new things during this 45-day stint, especially the opportunity to handle firearms," he said.
The twins were among 206 male trainees from across the country who reported for duty at the camp from as early as 8am today, many accompanied by supportive family members.
The camp, which can accommodate up to 350 participants, with more expected to sign up in the coming day or two.
National Service Training Department (JLKM) deputy director-general (Training) Brigadier-General Zainudin Bahari said the participants included those selected for mandatory service as well as volunteers.
He said the programme aimed to instil patriotism, national unity and resilience among Malaysian youth, preparing them for the challenges of life through both physical and mental training.
"This second intake includes 19 participants from Sabah and Sarawak. Some have arrived while the rest will be picked up by JLKM from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA).
"Those who were called up but failed to attend without valid reasons may face legal action as decided by the courts," he said after inspecting the registration process at the camp.
