Cover image via The StarNo curfew restrictions on 24/7 mamak stalls, says PM Najib
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak during a walkabout at the pasar ramadan in Jalan Raja Alang near Kampung Baru, Kuala Lumpur. The prime Minister says there will not be a ban on 24-hour eateries.
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Last Thursday, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Shahidan said a proposal would be submitted to the Government to restrict operation hours of mamak stalls to midnight
Why the ban? Apparently mamak stalls have been the reason for the rise in social ills in our nation.
Umno Senator Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki, had caused a stir when he admitted to proposing this idea on twitter
Not only would this decision affect our lepak sessions but price of food would have to be increased to cover high rental
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Petaling Jaya Coffeeshop Association (PJCA) secretary Keu Kok Meng said the minister's proposal would affect the livelihoods of many people
Malaysians have come out out to express their disappointment and frustration over this issue:
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What would happen if mamak stalls would have to end business at midnight?
1. World Cup season will be particularly lifeless. Where else would we cheer and jeer in public over non-alcoholic drinks?
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2. No fun post-mortem sessions after futsal matches
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3. Where to go makan after clubbing??
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4. You'll miss late night shisha bonding time
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5. You'll finally master the art of frying Maggi goreng at 4am. Tourists would really enjoy eating at your place. You'll take over Kayu's place on Trip Advisor.
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**ALTERNATIVE:** Indomie goreng parties in someone's house – you wouldn't wanna be the host though cause you'll have to clean up.
