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The Star
3 days ago
- General
- The Star
PLKN 3.0: NS trainees thrilled to get to fire M16 using real ammo
KUANTAN: A total of 123 trainees in the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 3.0 Series 2/2025 were seen to be excited with the opportunity to undergo a shooting exercise with real guns like the M16 at the Naval Region Headquarters (MAWILLA) 1 Target Range in Tanjung Gelang here on Wednesday (June 4). National Service Training Department Training Operations Division director, Royal Malaysian Air Force Colonel Mazlizan Shaikh Osman ( pic, centre ), said the number was part of the 257 male trainees who participated in the 45-day programme at the 505th Territorial Army Regiment Camp in Pekan. "We are holding two shooting sessions, today (June 4) with the Alpha and Bravo companies and tomorrow (June 5) with the Charlie and Delta companies. "This training is part of the 70% of military elements applied in the PLKN, apart from shooting practice, we also train them in navigation, survival skills and crossing obstacle courses," he said at a press conference here on Wednesday. Mazlizan also said that female trainees stationed at the 515th Territorial Army Regiment (Askar Wataniah) Camp in Kuala Lumpur would also undergo shooting training and the same basic military module to build discipline, confidence and identity of the young generation as the country's frontliners. "We are holding training like this because, based on past studies, many trainees want to train outdoors, and if they are in other locations, they do not have the opportunity to use real weapons. "The weapon used in the training is the M16 rifle (standard US military rifle) with live ammunition, where the trainees are trained to shoot at a distance of 25m and 100m in prone, sitting and standing positions," he said. He said that before practising at the target range, trainees were first provided with knowledge related to weapons, as well as protocols that were allowed and prohibited when handling weapons, to ensure the safety of all present during a drill. A trainee, Aiman Khawarizmi Kamaruddin, 20, from Kota Bharu, Kelantan, admitted that he really enjoyed the shooting exercise because it gave him new knowledge and experience. "This shooting experience is very valuable to me and my friends and gives us exposure on the knowledge of using real weapons," he said. – Bernama
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- General
- New Straits Times
M16 training thrills National Service trainees in Pahang
KUANTAN: A total of 123 trainees from the second series of the National Service (NS) Training Programme 3.0 fired M16 rifles for the first time at the Naval Region 1 firing range in Tanjung Gelang today. The trainees, from the Regiment 505 Territorial Army camp in Pekan, were taught to shoot from four positions — prone, sitting, kneeling and standing — during the live-fire range session. Desmond Oliver Jilah Sumpongol, 18, from Papar, Sabah, admitted to feeling nervous at first, having never held a firearm before. "But once the instructors explained the functions and safety procedures, the nerves disappeared and I got really excited. "I'm actually glad to be selected, even though I was surprised at first, as I had never been to the peninsula," he said. Desmond said the programme allowed him to make friends with trainees from various ethnic backgrounds, including Malays, Chinese and Indians. Aiman Khawarizmi Kamaruddin, 20, from Kota Baru, Kelantan, said he was grateful for the chance to use the M16 at distances of 25m and 100m. "It's a valuable experience, especially since I voluntarily joined the NS training programme while waiting to enter university after completing my STPM. "After three weeks in camp, I feel mentally and physically stronger. "This training is useful should the country ever face a crisis," he said. National Service Training Department training operations director Colonel Mazlizan Shaikh Osman said a total of 257 NS trainees were involved in the two-day shooting drill. "Today involves 123 trainees divided into Alpha and Bravo groups, while tomorrow will see 134 more from Charlie and Delta," he said. Mazlizan said shooting exercises were introduced after previous studies showed that many trainees wanted more field-based and military-style training. "Elsewhere, they wouldn't get this opportunity unless they joined the armed forces or the police. "They received theoretical instruction in the first three weeks, covering firearm introduction and safety procedures," he said. Mazlizan said the current NS 3.0 training consists of two core modules — nationhood (30 per cent), which focuses on patriotism, unity and national identity; and military training (70 per cent), which includes basic military skills, physical training, and sports such as football, futsal and volleyball.
The Sun
15-05-2025
- The Sun
JLKN reminds PLKN 3.0 session 2/2025 trainees to report by noon tomorrow
KUALA LUMPUR: Individuals selected for the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 3.0, Session 2/2025, must report no later than noon tomorrow (May 16), as stated in their official call-up letter. In a statement today, the National Service Training Department (JLKN) reminded that attendance is mandatory, and failure to report without a valid reason or certified medical condition may result in legal action under Section 18(1) of the National Service Training Act 2003. Under the provision, any person who fails to report for national service as required may be fined up to RM3,000 or sentenced to a maximum of six months imprisonment, or both, upon conviction. The statement also warned that any party attempting to incite or persuade trainees not to attend without proper authorisation may be committing a serious offence under Section 19(2) of the same Act. 'JLKN urges all parties involved to fully cooperate to ensure the smooth implementation of the programme and contribute to the character development of the nation's youth,' the statement added. For further information or inquiries, contact the JLKN Training Management Division's Trainee Unit at 019-3101090 (Major Muhammad Saufi Hasan); 019-3332467 (Lt Muhammad Farish Syahmi Zamri); 014-2345989 (Capt Muhammad Hatta Mohd Khalid or visit the official website:
The Sun
15-05-2025
- The Sun
JLKN reminds PLKN 3.0 trainees to report by noon tomorrow
KUALA LUMPUR: Individuals selected for the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 3.0, Session 2/2025, must report no later than noon tomorrow (May 16), as stated in their official call-up letter. In a statement today, the National Service Training Department (JLKN) reminded that attendance is mandatory, and failure to report without a valid reason or certified medical condition may result in legal action under Section 18(1) of the National Service Training Act 2003. Under the provision, any person who fails to report for national service as required may be fined up to RM3,000 or sentenced to a maximum of six months imprisonment, or both, upon conviction. The statement also warned that any party attempting to incite or persuade trainees not to attend without proper authorisation may be committing a serious offence under Section 19(2) of the same Act. 'JLKN urges all parties involved to fully cooperate to ensure the smooth implementation of the programme and contribute to the character development of the nation's youth,' the statement added. For further information or inquiries, contact the JLKN Training Management Division's Trainee Unit at 019-3101090 (Major Muhammad Saufi Hasan); 019-3332467 (Lt Muhammad Farish Syahmi Zamri); 014-2345989 (Capt Muhammad Hatta Mohd Khalid or visit the official website:
The Star
15-05-2025
- The Star
National Service Training Dept reminds trainees to report by noon on May 16
KUALA LUMPUR: Individuals selected for the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 3.0, Session 2/2025, must report no later than noon on Friday (May 16), as stated in their official call-up letter. In a statement on Thursday (May 15), the National Service Training Department reminded that attendance was mandatory, and failure to report without a valid reason or certified medical condition may result in legal action under Section 18(1) of the National Service Training Act 2003. Under the provision, any person who fails to report for national service as required may be fined up to RM3,000 or sentenced to a maximum of six months imprisonment, or both, upon conviction. The statement also warned that any party attempting to incite or persuade trainees not to attend without proper authorisation may be committing a serious offence under Section 19(2) of the same Act. "The department urges all parties involved to fully cooperate to ensure the smooth implementation of the programme and contribute to the character development of the nation's youth," the statement added. For further information or inquiries, contact the department's Training Management Division's Trainee Unit at 019-3101090 (Major Muhammad Saufi Hasan); 019-3332467 (Lt Muhammad Farish Syahmi Zamri); 014-2345989 (Capt Muhammad Hatta Mohd Khalid or visit the official website: – Bernama
