More than 100,000 people throng Putrajaya for National Day celebration - Fahmi

PUTRAJAYA - More than 100,000 people attended the National Day 2023 celebration at Dataran Putrajaya here today, the first organised by the Unity Government, said Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil.
He said some of the visitors started gathering at the venue after Maghrib prayers last night because they were excited to be a part of the colourful event.
"Some came from Kedah, Perak and even further to witness first-hand this big celebration. This is our (Unity Government) first National Day celebration and the team has worked hard since February,” he told a press conference at the Media Centre after the celebration.
Fahmi, who is chairman of the National Day and Malaysia Day 2023 Celebration Main Committee, expressed satisfaction with the successful organisation of the celebration, especially the smooth dance presentations, parade and aerial display.
He also conveyed his appreciation and thanks to all parties who had contributed their energy and ideas to make a success of the historic event. - BERNAMA
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