State govt responsible for protecting rights of all citizens per Federal Constitution, Rukun Negara, regardless of race, religion, says MB

In Merdeka message, Amirudin reminds people to uphold unity, reflect on meaning of independence

MB calls on state leaders, residents to ensure Selangor remain an open state which celebrates everyone

Doing so will enable society to distinguish between right, wrong, ensuring freedom from colonialism, enslavement by deceit

It will shape the character of citizens and help the nation progress, he says