A woman shared how her husband rejected a foreigner seeking subsidised petrol using his MyKad, highlighting strict rules on fuel subsidies.
EVERY Malaysian is aware that the BUDI95 petrol subsidy is a privilege reserved for citizens aged 16 and above who hold a valid driving licence.
The National Registration Department (NRD) recently reinforced these guidelines, announcing tighter regulations on the subsidy scheme.
It explicitly stated that the use of another person’s identification card (MyKad)—including those belonging to immediate family members—is strictly prohibited, highlighting that the subsidy is intended solely for individual use by the registered owner.
Highlighting the ongoing challenges with enforcing this policy, a local woman recently took to the recently shared on Threads to share an unsettling encounter involving her husband and a foreign national.
According to her post, her husband was approached by a foreigner who claimed to be en route to the airport and in urgent need of fuel.
The individual then allegedly asked the husband if he would be willing to “swipe” his MyKad to help them access the subsidised petrol rate. The husband immediately rejected the request and departed the scene.
The post quickly drew widespread attention, with many netizens applauding the husband for his refusal to bypass the rules.
Several users expressed shock that a foreigner would attempt to solicit subsidised benefits reserved for Malaysians.
“I hope fellow Malaysians do not fall for these requests.
“We do not receive these privileges when we travel to other countries; we are expected to pay the standard prices for non-citizens. We should hold ourselves to the same standard here,” a netizen commented.