During the Belanjawan 2026 announcement last Friday, the Malaysian government did not explicitly mention ongoing public transport subsidies. However, the Transport Ministry has confirmed that key initiatives such as the My50 Pass, FLYsiswa, and the festive airline fare cap will continue.
Government Confirms Continuation of Key Subsidy Programs
Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook assured the public that although these initiatives were omitted from the budget speech, funding will continue and allocations will be provided through the Finance Ministry. The My50 Pass allows unlimited 30-day use of LRT, MRT, and bus services in the Klang Valley, benefiting commuters across the region — while FLYsiswa provides free or discounted flights for eligible public university students travelling between Peninsular Malaysia and Sabah and Sarawak.
Under the festive season airfare cap, maximum fares for economy-class, one-way flights between Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia are capped during major festivals to prevent airline price gouging during peak periods.
New Measures Included in Budget 2026
Although public transport subsidies were not detailed in the budget speech, several new transport-related policies did make the cut. Companies purchasing speed limiter devices for heavy vehicles will be granted accelerated capital allowances, allowing them to claim the cost in the first year.
In addition, the government will continue its vehicle scrappage programme, with matching grants of up to RM4000 for owners scrapping cars over 20 years old when purchasing new vehicles.
Future Outlook for Transport Subsidies
While details remain scarce, the confirmation of continued funding suggests the government sees public transport subsidies as a pillar of its national mobility agenda. Decisions on funding levels and implementation will likely be announced later, possibly during the government’s mid-term review. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.
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