On 8 September 2023, students in SMK Convent Kajang were given a directive outlining the traditional attire they could wear for the school's Merdeka or Malaysia Day celebration.
Allegations of students being disciplined for wearing traditional attire for a National Day event at a Kajang school is being investigated by the Education Ministry.
An officer from the Deputy Education Minister’s office confirmed that the Selangor Education Department is investigating the alleged incident.
“A statement will be issued once the probe is completed,” the officer said when contacted yesterday.
