Ramadan Bazaar

The collection for beverage cartons at SS6/1 started on the 2nd of September and Section 14 on 8th September. For the next 2 weeks, the recycling booth will be set up at Taman Medan, PJS 2 and Section 6, Kota Damansara. Until now, i am satisfied with the public response and cooperation from our partners. I must salute our partners, namely Mr HP Kok, Lan Yuen, Melisa and Teresa's continual support and commitment in making this happens. It is not an easy task for a non-profit operation to be carried out daily, either rain or shine or weekday or weekend.

I noticed that a group of people do not mind to bring in the beverage cartons even though have to travel to Section 14 from SS6. While their enthusiasm is commendable, the incentive in offer must be a pulling factor for greater attraction.

I was also informed about the sad yet motivated story of a gentlemen with the surname of Raja. Raja become laughing topic amongst his friends and pals when he first started to collect beverage cartons by visiting the coffee shops and asking neighbours to do so. People are sceptical about his motive and some have even branded him mad dirty fellow. He, however continue with his collection and brush aside any criticism against him. The Contest organised for the schools, the Contest for RA/RT and the Campaign in Ramadan Bazaar change Raja's image. People realise the wonder he has done and of course goodies that he brought home. I realise that for an effective recycling campaign, a champion such as Raja is needed. A reward for such personnel to encourage and to motivate them to continue their efforts is critical or else 3R through voluntary instrument will remain a dream. The target of 22% recycling rate by 2020 is unattainable.