Malaysia launched the second phase of its Budi95 petrol subsidy program on Tuesday, serving Sumbangan Tunai Ramah recipients after initially targeting police and armed forces personnel. The nationwide rollout extends to all eligible citizens on Monday, Sept. 30. Early users at a Shell station along Jalan Bangsar reported smooth transactions during the subsidized fuel purchase process.
Muhammad Nikhwan Idrus from Seri Kembangan completed his verification within 10 seconds using his identification card, purchasing RM20 worth of fuel. Nazarudin Abdul Manap praised the straightforward cashier process, doubling his intended purchase from RM10 to RM20. The program allows qualified Malaysians to buy 300 liters monthly at RM1.99 per liter, with excess amounts charged at RM2.60 per liter market rates.
Muhammad Nikhwan Idrus from Seri Kembangan completed his verification within 10 seconds using his identification card, purchasing RM20 worth of fuel. Nazarudin Abdul Manap praised the straightforward cashier process, doubling his intended purchase from RM10 to RM20. The program allows qualified Malaysians to buy 300 liters monthly at RM1.99 per liter, with excess amounts charged at RM2.60 per liter market rates.
