PM Anwar Announces 50% Toll Discount for Raya

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced a 50% toll discount nationwide in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri, giving some relief to Malaysians planning their balik kampung trips.

The toll discount will run for two days, starting from 12:01am on March 18 until 11:59pm on March 19, 2026.

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50% Toll Discount for Balik Kampung Travel

The initiative will cost the government around RM21.03 million, which will be paid as compensation to toll concessionaires.

Here’s what you need to know:

Applies to Class 1 private vehicles only
Covers all highways nationwide
Excludes border tolls, such as:
- Sultan Iskandar Building (BSI), Johor
- Tanjung Kupang Toll Plaza (Second Link)

This move is meant to help ease travel costs during the musim perayaan, especially for families travelling long distances.

4,000 People to Be Released from Bankruptcy

In another announcement, Anwar said the government will fast-track bankruptcy discharge for 4,000 individuals, especially golongan rentan like single mothers and fathers.

This effort, handled by the Insolvency Department, aims to give them a fresh start before Syawal.

More Bantuan for Rakyat

Besides the toll discount, the government has rolled out several bantuan measures to support the rakyat during this festive period:

Early payout of Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) Phase 2, involving RM1.3 billion for 5.2 million recipients
Special financial assistance for civil servants, retirees, veterans, and religious workers like imam, bilal, and KAFA teachers
Skim Harga Maksimum Musim Perayaan from March 14 to March 28 to control prices
Around 1,900 Jualan Rahmah programmes nationwide for cheaper essentials
Expansion of RM400 FLYsiswa subsidy so more students can balik kampung

Spend Wisely This Raya

Despite all the support, Anwar reminded Malaysians to urus kewangan dengan baik during the festive season.

“I urge Malaysians to spend wisely as they celebrate Aidilfitri. With global economic uncertainty, we must stay disciplined in managing finances,” he said.

Making Raya Travel More Affordable

With heavy traffic expected across highways, this 50% toll discount comes at the right time to support smoother and more affordable balik kampung journeys.

Overall, the initiative reflects the government’s continued effort to ease the kos sara hidup and help Malaysians celebrate Raya with more peace of mind.

FAQs

When does the 50% toll discount start and end?

The discount starts from 12:01am on March 18, 2026 and ends at 11:59pm on March 19, 2026. It is only valid for 48 hours during the Hari Raya period.

Who is eligible for the toll discount?

The discount is only for Class 1 private vehicles, which includes standard passenger cars. Vehicles like lorries, buses, and commercial vehicles are not included.

Are all tolls included in the discount?

Not all. The discount applies to most highways nationwide, but excludes border tolls such as:

Sultan Iskandar Building (BSI), Johor
Tanjung Kupang Toll Plaza (Second Link)

So if you're travelling across Malaysia (balik kampung), you can enjoy the discount—but not for cross-border routes.

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