Bandar seri begawan: In conjunction with the 66th anniversary of the Fire and Rescue Department and the 72nd anniversary of the Prisons Department, both organizations held a Reading of Surah Yassin and Tahlil Ceremony. The event was conducted in memory of Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, Al-Marhumah Duli Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Damit, and Al-Marhum His Royal Highness Prince Haji 'Abdul 'Azim. The ceremony took place at the Royal Mausoleum on the afternoon of March 31.
According to Radio Television Brunei, Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Ahmaddin bin Haji Abdul Rahman, Minister of Home Affairs, was present at the ceremony. It was attended by 150 personnel from the Fire and Rescue Department and 100 officers from the Prisons Department. This event demonstrated the commitment of both departments in fostering a spirit of unity among their staff and officers. Members of the Legislative Council were also in attendance.