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(Atmosphere) – The Federation of Malaysian School Bus Associations has denied that the rationalisation of diesel vehicles will lead to a fare increase. Its president, Amali Muneef Rahmat, said drivers would not raise fares without reason.
In an interview with Malay news portal Majoriti, he said the fare increase was not entirely driven by diesel prices.
“If we are going to increase fares, it will be due to operational costs such as black oil, tyres, spare parts and workshop charges. As long as operators can bear these costs, we will not increase fares,” he said.
Amari was responding to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s comments, who warned school bus operators not to increase fares amid rising diesel prices.
Anwar said drivers who increase fares at this time will have their licences revoked.
“I am warning you. Your diesel is subsidised and if you increase the price, you will face the consequences. If you increase the price while enjoying the subsidy, we will revoke your licence and impose conditions,” Anwar said.
Amali said the statement was a “threat” to school bus operators.
“The move to withdraw and revoke licenses is a step backward in the current situation in the country, which is facing a shortage of school buses,” Amali said.
“The government should focus on ensuring that issues in the implementation of the diesel subsidy control system are properly addressed, including extending diesel subsidies to school bus operators across the country.”
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