Selangor to roll out mask distribution for vulnerable populations

The Selangor state government is moving forward with plans to distribute face masks to vulnerable populations, with a focus on areas recording the highest air pollution readings across the state.

State executive councillor Jamaliah Jamaluddin announced the mask distribution initiative, which will concentrate resources on regions most affected by air quality deterioration. The programme aims to protect at-risk groups from the health impacts of poor air quality.

The targeted approach will identify and serve vulnerable populations in pollution hotspots, ensuring masks reach those most in need of respiratory protection. The distribution strategy reflects growing concerns about air quality management in the state.

No specific timeline for the distribution launch has been provided. The announcement comes as Malaysia continues to monitor air quality levels across the region, with seasonal fluctuations affecting air pollution readings in major population centres.