A total cost of RM8.5 million was used to complete the project of the 120-meter Selangor State Flagpole at Dataran Selangor (Selangor Square) at the Kelab Shah Alam Selangor (KSAS), making it the tallest flagpole in Southeast Asia (SEA).
The Selangor Royal Office took to its Facebook page to share how the construction of the flagpole was the inspiration and decree of His Majesty the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, who expressed His Majesty’s wish for a tall and iconic flagpole to be built as a landmark of pride for the state of Selangor.
A symbol of sovereignty and unity
The caption reads, “The flagpole also serves as a symbol of sovereignty, the unity of Selangor’s multi-racial population, and the people’s loyalty to the Royal Institution.”
“As a symbol of national unity, His Royal Highness also consented for the Jalur Gemilang, Malaysia’s national flag, to be flown on the flagpole during Hari Merdeka celebrations for 10 days each year—five days before 31 August and five days after.”
The caption also clarified that the Selangor State Government approved an allocation of RM8.5 million for the implementation of this project.
Malaysia Book of Records
The 120-metre-high flagpole has since also been recognised by the Malaysia Book of Records as the Tallest Flagpole in Southeast Asia.
“This recognition is not only a source of pride for the people of Selangor, but also demonstrates the capability of local technical expertise in constructing large-scale structures that meet safety and quality standards,” the Selangor Royal Office added.
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