Kuala lumpur: The Malaysian Army sacrificed 18 cows during its 2026 Perdana Qurban ceremony at Kem Perdana Sungai Besi today. Deputy Chief of Army, Lieutenant General Datuk Mohamad Suria Mohamad Saad, stated that this year's programme involved 18 cows.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the number includes 11 cows from the qurban offering and participation of Malaysian Army personnel, along with an additional 7 cows contributed by strategic partners and external parties who were present at the event. The annual programme not only demonstrates the army's commitment to the sacrificial rite for Aidiladha but also serves as a means to foster brotherhood and mutual cooperation among military personnel.

"This programme also helps to strengthen ties among members, regardless of rank, whether senior officers or junior soldiers," said Lieutenant General Datuk Mohamad Suria Mohamad Saad after the event. The ceremony began at 8 am at the Parade Ground of the Central Band of the Royal Malay Regiment (PP RAMD), Kem Perdana Sungai Besi, attended by about 500 officers and personnel.

Similar programmes were held at army camps nationwide from yesterday to today as part of the Aidiladha celebrations. Lieutenant General Mohamad Suria added that the sacrificial meat would be packed and distributed to the personnel involved and to those in need.

He expressed appreciation to army personnel stationed at the nation's borders and on islands who could not celebrate Aidiladha with their families. "I wish a happy Aidiladha to our field personnel. Continue to serve honestly and sincerely to keep our country safe and to ensure any threats are contained at the earliest possible stage," he said.