KUALA NERUS, Nov 2 — The Education Ministry is stepping up preparations for the North-east Monsoon (MTL) to ensure that Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) candidates in flood-prone areas can sit for their examinations safely and comfortably through Operasi Payung.
Education (School Operations Sector) deputy director-general Datuk Zainal Abas said the annual operation was aimed at helping candidates in flood-affected areas sit for their examinations without disruption.
He said candidates in areas at risk of flooding would be given special arrangements during the written examinations.
“For example, SPM candidates living on islands in Terengganu will be brought to the mainland and accommodated at fully residential schools. This will prevent them from having to cross rough seas during the monsoon season to reach their examination centres.
