KEDAH KPDN CONTRIBUTES VEHICLES TO ALOR SETAR VOCATIONAL COLLEGE

ALOR SETAR, Feb 8 (Bernama) -- The Kedah branch of the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) has contributed two forfeited vehicles to strengthen Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) at Alor Setar Vocational College here today.

Its director, Muhammad Nizam Jamaludin, said the vehicles - a Toyota Hilux and a Honda Civic - had previously been forfeited to the Government of Malaysia under the Control of Supplies Act 1961.

He said the contribution aims to enhance students’ practical skills and provide exposure to real vehicle engine technology in line with the rapid development of today’s automotive technology.

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“This handover is part of KPDN’s ongoing commitment to strengthening strategic cooperation with educational institutions through the transfer of assets forfeited to the Malaysian government.

“KPDN is committed to continuing such contributions and hopes that the assets provided will be fully utilised by the college to ensure students receive quality training in line with industry requirements,” he told reporters here today.

Muhammad Nizam said that throughout 2025, a total of 131 enforcement actions were taken under the Control of Supplies Act 1961, involving 43 vehicles, including cars, motorcycles and lorries, with a total seizure value of more than RM3.49 million.

He added that two more vehicles are expected to be handed over to the National Youth Skills Institute (IKBN) Jitra after the completion of legal procedures.

He said the department hopes the contribution will have a positive impact on the education sector as well as the local community, in addition to helping students obtain more comprehensive technical training through the use of actual equipment.

Meanwhile, Alor Setar Vocational College director Saari Yazit said the contribution from Kedah KPDN would strengthen students’ practical training in the automotive field, which currently has more than 120 students.

Saari said that with the increase in student numbers, the availability of training vehicles has become very important to ensure each student receives balanced and thorough practical exposure.

-- BERNAMA