MELAKA, 13 June 2026 – BAS.MY Melaka celebrated its 2nd Anniversary in spectacular fashion with the organization of the "Pertandingan Melukis & Mewarna Ulang Tahun Ke-2 BAS.MY Melaka", held at the Domestic Bus Waiting Area of Melaka Sentral.

The event attracted close to 200 visitors throughout the day, comprising participants, parents, guardians, supporters, and members of the public. A total of approximately 110 participants competed in the art competition, making it one of the largest live art competitions organized in Melaka in recent years.

Carrying the theme "Masa Depan Hijau Bersama BAS.MY Melaka", participants were encouraged to showcase their creativity and vision of a greener future through the use of public transportation and sustainable mobility.

The competition was divided into three categories:

Category A – Primary School Students (12 Years Old and Below)

This category featured a colouring competition and saw enthusiastic participation from young artists. The organizer selected the top eight winners. The prize breakdown here below:

• Champion: RM250 cash, trophy, medal, and certificate
• 1st Runner-Up: RM200 cash, trophy, medal, and certificate
• 2nd Runner-Up: RM150 cash, trophy, medal, and certificate
• 4th to 8th Place: Trophies and certificates

Category B – Secondary School Students (13 to 17 Years Old

This category consisted of both drawing and colouring competitions, providing participants with the opportunity to express their artistic talents through more advanced artwork. The prize breakdown here below:

• Champion: RM500 cash, trophy, medal, and certificate
• 1st Runner-Up: RM350 cash, trophy, medal, and certificate
• 2nd Runner-Up: RM200 cash, trophy, medal, and certificate
• 4th to 8th Place: Trophies and certificates

Category C – Public Category (19 Years Old and Above)

Open to members of the public, this category also featured both drawing and colouring elements and attracted participants from various age groups. The prize breakdown here below:

• Champion: RM1,000 cash, trophy, medal, and certificate
• 1st Runner-Up: RM700 cash, trophy, medal, and certificate
• 2nd Runner-Up: RM500 cash, trophy, medal, and certificate
• 4th to 8th Place: Trophies and certificates

The competition commenced at 9:00 AM and concluded at approximately 5:00 PM. Demonstrating the event's inclusivity, the youngest participant was a five-year-old kindergarten student, while the oldest participant was a 70-year-old entrant in the Public Category.

According to Mr. Sonny Cosme, Marketing Manager of Handal Indah Sdn. Bhd., the event serves as an excellent platform to promote both the beauty of Melaka and the benefits of using public transportation, particularly BAS.MY Melaka.

"This is the second time BAS.MY Melaka has organized an art competition of this scale, and it has grown into one of the largest live art competitions held in Melaka. We are pleased to see so many talented young artists showcasing their creativity and artistic abilities through this platform.

Events like these not only encourage artistic expression but also allow participants to share their stories, ideas, and aspirations through art while promoting awareness of sustainable public transportation and a greener future for our communities," he said.

The event also highlighted the important role public transportation plays in connecting communities and supporting environmental sustainability. Through the artworks submitted, participants demonstrated their understanding of how BAS.MY Melaka contributes towards creating a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future.

Beyond the competition itself, BAS.MY Melaka collaborated with several strategic partners to provide additional community engagement activities and services throughout the event. These included:

• Klinik Keluarga Medik and Gangsa, which offered complimentary health screening services for visitors aged 40 years and above.
• International College Yayasan Melaka (ICYM), which showcased higher education opportunities and programmes available to prospective students.
• Two Day Sip Coffee, which provided refreshments for visitors and participants.
• KS Bundle, which participated as a lifestyle vendor featuring thrift and pre-loved items.

The event also served as an outreach platform for BAS.MY Melaka's public transport initiatives. Visitors were able to register for the BAS.MY Concession Card, which offers eligible beneficiaries unlimited free rides on all BAS.MY Melaka services. In addition, working adults were introduced to the BAS.MY 30-Day Unlimited Travel Pass, allowing unlimited rides across the network for only RM30 per month.

According to Muhammad Azrul Bin M Azlan, Marketing Liaison Officer of BAS.MY Melaka, the anniversary celebration provided an excellent opportunity to engage directly with the public while promoting the benefits of public transportation and the various mobility programmes available to Melaka residents.

One of the highlights of this year's celebration was the distribution of a special edition BAS.MY Melaka replica bus model to all competition participants. The commemorative souvenir served as a token of appreciation and a memorable keepsake for everyone who took part in the second anniversary celebration.

The celebration was attended by the management and representatives from Handal Indah Sdn. Bhd. and its strategic partners, including Ms. Lim Chern Fang, Chief Marketing Officer of HI Mobility Berhad, Ms. Indrimitra Sari from the Strategic Division of Handal Indah Sdn. Bhd., Mr. Jing, Operations Manager of BAS.MY Melaka, as well as representatives from Melaka Sentral Management led by Puan Sharifah.

The successful event concluded with a prize-giving ceremony, recognizing the outstanding efforts and creativity of all participants while commemorating BAS.MY Melaka's second year of serving the people of Melaka and supporting the state's vision for sustainable public transportation.