Kuala lumpur: The giant Jalur Gemilang proudly flown at Sekolah Kebangsaan Seri Pagi, here, is not just a decoration for the national month, but a symbol of the school community's patriotic spirit and love for the nation.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the school's National Month coordinator, Shah Rizal Mohd Yusof, 44, said the giant flag, measuring 18.3 metres by 8.6 metres, draped majestically on the main building, has ignited the students' enthusiasm to celebrate the National Day with excitement and pride.

Shah Rizal shared that the students are thrilled when they see the huge flag flying, which lifts their spirits. Many students are eager to take photos with it, and some have even started asking more questions about the country's history of independence. The school's intention is not only to enliven the National Month celebration but also to instil a patriotic spirit among the students.

The History teacher revealed that the flag was donated to the school by an individual about five years ago. Since then, a teacher at the school, Mohd Nazri Mohd Sarif, has taken responsibility for its upkeep. Mohd Nazri, 53, expressed that his passion for decorating and flying the Jalur Gemilang during the national month celebration began during his school days and continued through university, and remains strong today.

The Science teacher explained that the task of flying the giant Jalur Gemilang was carried out with the assistance of his colleague, Zainal Abidin Mohamad Som, 51, and several students. The giant flag not only brightens the school atmosphere but has also become a symbol of pride and an attraction for visitors to the school, a rare sight elsewhere.

He added that the Jalur Gemilang will continue to be flown until Sept 16 in conjunction with Malaysia Day.