Malaysia’s education ministry to prioritise CCTV installation in schools with recent bullying cases
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The ministry stressed that the move is part of comprehensive efforts to ensure student well-being and safety.
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KUALA LUMPUR - Schools with the most recent bullying cases will be among those prioritised for closed-circuit television (CCTV) installation in dormitories, the Malaysian education ministry said.
In a written parliamentary reply on Oct 14, the ministry said RM3 million (S$924,981) has been allocated in 2025 for the installation of CCTV systems in 200 dormitories under its purview, with work beginning on Oct 13.
It stated that the selection of schools was based on risk assessment and local needs, considering several criteria.
This includes records of bullying cases in the past two years, student density or enrolment levels, existing security measures and the readiness of electrical and network infrastructure - for which advice was obtained from the Public Works Department.
“The site verification and technical advice on camera placement were also provided by the Office of the Chief Government Security Officer (CGSO),” it said.
The ministry added that internal guidelines have been developed for CCTV installation in educational institutions, particularly school dormitories, to ensure compliance with personal data protection and privacy requirements in line with existing laws and ministry policies.
“The phased implementation of CCTV installation in other dormitories will continue, subject to financial allocation and the 2026 budget initiatives,” it said.
The ministry stressed that the move is part of comprehensive efforts to ensure student well-being and safety.
“The phased installation of CCTV systems reflects the ministry’s commitment to strengthening safety and reducing the risk of bullying in schools and dormitories nationwide,” it added. THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK
