Special registration numbers' sale fund aid for underprivileged, says JPJ

KUALA LUMPUR: Part of the revenue from the sale of special registration numbers (NPI) will be used to support underprivileged groups through various initiatives, said the Road Transport Department (JPJ).

In a statement, JPJ's director general announced that the funds would cover motorcycle licence costs for 15,000 youths, including disadvantaged high school and university students, as well as unemployed young people.

The funds will also assist in purchasing flight tickets for 60,000 underprivileged students, particularly those from Sabah and Sarawak, to return home.

Additionally, 67,000 families will receive free helmets to ensure the safety of children.

The statement praised Budget 2025 for improving counter services at JPJ by extending operational hours to expedite government business.

This measure, implemented since Aug 19, aims to facilitate customer interactions and provide more time for those needing JPJ services.

JPJ has expressed readiness to offer kiosk services at strategic locations for public convenience.

In line with digital transformation, JPJ supports the single application of the centralised MyDigital ID as the national digital identification system for Malaysians.

JPJ is collaborating with Mimos Bhd, the national applied research and development centre, for seamless integration and single login functionality on the MyJPJ application.

The Federal Government has also agreed to install High-Speed Weight in Motion systems at selected sites to curb road accidents caused by overloaded vehicles.

This system enables the weighing of heavy loads in motion, enhancing real-time enforcement effectiveness.

JPJ is committed to implementing Budget 2025 initiatives to achieve the Government's agenda and maintain national and public well-being.