GEORGE TOWN, Jan 3 (Bernama) -- About 2,500 cyclists joined the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) Penang International Bridge Solidarity Fun Ride 2026, which began at Queens Park in Queensbay, here tonight.
The event drew participants from diverse backgrounds and 17 countries, including India, Singapore, Thailand, and the Philippines, aged 11 to 77.
Penang Governor Tun Ramli Ngah Talib flagged off the ride at 9.20 pm, witnessed by Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow, Deputy Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay, Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department director Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri and Penang police chief Datuk Azizee Ismail.
Tun Ramli and senior PDRM officials joined a 10km ride from Kilometre 11.5 of the Sultan Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah bridge, while Tunku Mahkota of Kedah, Tunku Shazuddin Ariff, and consort Che Puan Nur Julie Ariff, took part in the 52km ride with thousands of others.
The programme kicked off at 5 pm, featuring stalls and booths, as well as a performance by the PDRM Penang Mutiara Band.
The sixth edition of the night cycling event aimed to strengthen police-community ties, promote healthy living and offer participants a unique experience riding along Malaysia’s longest bridge in a vibrant, safe and harmonious atmosphere.
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