RON95 patrol subsidy, M'sians to get up to 300l of RM1.99 RON95 - a 6 sen drop from RM2.05 a month from Sept 30, 2025

The RON95 subsidy retargeting is a key piece of the government’s efforts to repair its finances after nearly three decades of budget deficits.

Here is a detailed summary of the BUDI95 RON95 petrol subsidy for Malaysians, effective September 30

PUTRAJAYA: The price of RON95 petrol has been reduced to RM1.99 per litre, from RM2.05 per litre, effective Sept 30, through targeted subsidies under the Budi Madani RON95 (BUDI95) programme.

The good news was announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Monday (Sept 22) at his monthly meeting with staff of the Prime Minister's Department.

Anwar, who is also the Finance Minister, said all Malaysian citizens with a valid driving licence are eligible for the RON95 subsidy and based on data from the Road Transport Department (JPJ) and the National Registration Department (JPN), it is estimated that more than 16 million people are eligible to receive the subsidy.

"These benefits and privileges are given as an appreciation and recognition of the spirit of National Day and Malaysia Day, as well as to honour all Malaysians.

"Starting Sept 30, non-citizens and large companies will no longer be eligible for the subsidy, as it is meant solely for personal use. They will have to pay the non-subsidised price of about RM2.60 per litre, while Malaysian citizens will continue to enjoy the subsidised price of RM1.99 per litre," he said.

Malaysians, he said, are eligible to receive a monthly BUDI95 of 300l, but e-hailing drivers can apply for a higher ceiling.

He added that, as a gesture of appreciation, police and military personnel will begin enjoying the RM1.99 per litre price from Saturday (Sept 27), ahead of the official implementation date, while the B40 group, who are recipients of the Rahmah Cash Contribution (STR), will start enjoying the subsidised price from Sunday (Sept 28).

This is to allow the public to gradually adapt to the new RON95 subsidy mechanism, he said.

Anwar said that, similar to the Basic Rahmah Contribution (Sara), no registration is required for BUDI95. Malaysians only need to use their MyKad to enjoy the subsidised price.

MyKad reader machines will be installed at shops and petrol pumps to help reduce the risk of congestion.

In this regard, he reminded the public to ensure their MyKad chips are functioning properly and that they hold a valid driving licence.

"Only citizens with a valid driving licence are eligible to receive the subsidy. So, for those who have yet to renew their licence, please do so immediately.

"Just like Sara, this is an appreciation initiative. It does not matter what your income level or position is - we are extending the blessing and benefit of this RON95 subsidy to all Malaysians.

"Some may criticise that even the super-rich are entitled to it, but this is our way of recognising and appreciating Malaysian citizens," he said.

For those who are digitally literate, Anwar said there are alternative payment options such as Touch'n Go and oil company applications like Petronas' Setel, which eliminate the need to use MyKad for every transaction.

He said Malaysia is the only country in the world bold enough to reduce fuel prices for its people despite the current uncertain global economic situation.

"Currently, the price in Saudi Arabia is RM2.61 per litre, and that is one of the largest oil-producing countries in the world. In comparison, petrol prices are RM3.22 per litre in Indonesia, RM4.22 per litre in the Philippines, RM5.68 per litre in Thailand, and RM9.02 per litre in Singapore.

"Of course, Singapore is not an oil producer, but I want to emphasise that even among oil-producing nations, Malaysia remains among the lowest... the only one slightly lower than us is Brunei," he said.

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Pakar kesihatan turut memberi amaran bahawa kanak-kanak antara golongan lebih berisiko mengalami komplikasi serius jika dijangkiti varian XFG Covid-19. — Gambar hiasan

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PUTRAJAYA: A new Covid-19 variant has been detected in Malaysia, says Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad (pic).

He said the XFG variant accounted for 8.2% of the 43,087 accumulated Covid-19 cases reported in the 35th epidemiology week (ME 35/2025).

He said the new variant was detected by the Health Ministry through genomic surveillance to track the spread of variants.

“The latest genomic surveillance data shows that 34% of the reported cases are of the NB.1.8.1 variant, followed by JN.1 (18.1%), XEC (13.3%), XFG (8.2%) and others (21.0%),” he posted on his X account yesterday.

He added that the number of Covid-19 cases recorded in ME 35/2025 was a 49.5% drop compared with the number of cases reported in the same period last year, which was 85,297.

Dzulkefly said one death has also been reported in ME 35/2025 – a 91-year-old bedridden person – bringing the total number of deaths this year to three.

In June this year, the World Health Organisation designated the XFG variant as a “variant under monitoring” due to its high transmissibility and increased ability to evade immunity.

Dzulkefly reminded the public to continue preventive measures such as frequent handwashing, wearing face masks when symptomatic or in crowded areas and getting vaccinated, especially those in high-risk groups.

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Functional cards crucial for govt aid

 

Spoilt chips: (From left) Saravanan and Batumalai showing their MyKads while waiting to replace them at UTC Selangor in Shah Alam. — AZHAR MAHFOF/The Star

SHAH ALAM: With the government set to introduce the targeted RON95 fuel subsidy scheme at the end of this month, many Malaysians have begun checking the condition of their MyKad chips to ensure they remain functional.

Queues at National Registration Department (NRD) counters have seen not only first-time applicants and routine renewals but also individuals seeking to verify whether their cards are still in working order.

R. Saravanan, 46, who works in the private sector, said he was planning to renew his card after realising the chip was no longer functional.

“I intend to renew my IC because the chip has spoilt. To participate in government programmes, it is necessary to have a valid IC, so we must proceed with the renewal.

“These initiatives like MySara make our lives easier, so the duty to ‘repair’ is on us,” he said when met here yesterday.

For retirees such as K. Batumalai, 72, the subsidies and other cash assistance schemes make maintaining a functional MyKad even more essential.

“I have retired. The government is giving help, like the RM100 MySara, so I can use this money for myself and the home. My IC chip is also spoilt, so I am here to replace it,” he explained.

Parent Zam Azri Muhamad, 46, said he took the opportunity to confirm the status of his own MyKad while visiting NRD counters to register his son’s identity card.

“I came for my son’s IC – he’s 12 years old – but at the same time I will ask officers if they can check my IC to prepare for the RON95 subsidy rollout at the end of this month,” he said.

Lecturer Lim Wee Leek, 46, shared the same sentiment.

“I use my IC regularly, so I am confident that the chip is working well. But since I am here for my son’s IC, and if I don’t need to queue too long, I intend to ask the officers if I could check whether my IC chip is still working,” he said.

Shahida Shohairy, 44, an operations executive, said she had already updated her card in anticipation of the subsidy rollout.

“I am here for my son’s MyKad. He turned 12 recently, so it’s time for him to have his own MyKad,” she said, adding that she wants to avoid last-minute issues.

Housewife Noor Ain Abu Bakar, 35, said her family has made early preparations.

“We checked our IC chips earlier to make sure they are fine. We use them for all government initiatives, like MySara, MyKasih and others, so we already know they are in good condition,” she said.

A JPN employee at the counter reassured visitors that the process was quick.

“You can just check your IC here, and I will swipe it on the device at the counter. It is literally one swipe, which takes a second,” the officer said.

For those whose cards are damaged, the repair process involves visiting the nearest JPN office, filling in a form, submitting fingerprints, getting a new photo taken, paying the replacement fee, and waiting for the new card to be processed.

Fees range from RM10 for normal wear and tear to RM50 for negligence, while replacements due to manufacturing defects are free.

Processing takes about five working days in Peninsular Malaysia and up to 10 in Sabah and Sarawak.

Applicants will be given a temporary slip while waiting and must collect their new MyKad in person.

By ARFA YUNUS

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