Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor claims he faces restrictions entering public schools. This blocks him from tackling bullying cases head-on as a state leader.
He highlighted the alarming 330 per cent jump in incidents. Reports rose from 10 in 2024 to 43 in 2025.
Jurisdiction Limits Direct Action
The matter sits with the Education Ministry. Still, it worries the state government.
“This falls under their watch, so I cannot speak freely. But it happens here, so we care,” Sanusi said at a press conference today.
He offered to meet students personally if permitted.
Plea for School Entry Permission
“If allowed in, I could share advice from my school days. Yet I cannot enter now,” he said.
Sanusi urged the Education Ministry for access. “Many topics to cover. Why not invite me? Please tell the minister,” he added, naming Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek.
Parents and Victims Urged to Act
He called on parents to monitor behaviour closely.
“If bullying signs show, guide them. Home stress might spill to school friends,” Sanusi noted.
Victims must speak out too.
“Bullied children should tell parents. Ask properly. If severe, file a report,” he advised.
Yesterday, Kedah police chief Datuk Adzli Abu Shah flagged the rise as deeply troubling.
Cases broke down to 32 in secondary schools, nine in primary, and two in private institutions.
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