At exactly 09:30 on 31 August 1957, the declaration was read by the first Prime Minister of Malaya, Tunku Abdul Rahman at the Merdeka Stadium in the presence of thousands of people including Malay Rulers, members of the federal government, and foreign dignitaries

Mr Okaye Shedrach is looking sharp donning the Baju Melayu

To commemorate the event, Hari Merdeka was declared a national holiday in Malaysia and observed annually on 31 August. KUPTM has taken the initiative to commemorate the Independence Day by organizing Merdeka Raya 2018, held at the KUPTM compound

The event kicked off with fireworks display at 12 midnight and continued with various activities during the week. The highlights of the event were the students’ arts performances, patriotic song contest and the best dress of the day competition. There were also a few food trucks and booths selling food and clothes. It was a joyous moment and the students do welcome this kind of event to be held yearly