PUTRAJAYA, 17 October 2026 (The Capital Post) – The Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) organised a psychological literacy programme featuring laughter therapy to promote employee well-being, reduce workplace stress and encourage a more positive working environment.
The programme, titled “Terapi Ketawa, Hati Lega” (Laughter Therapy, A Relieved Heart), was held on Friday (16 October) at Menara PETRA.
Organised by PETRA’s Human Resource Management Division (BPSM), the session brought together 50 officers from the ministry and its departments.
The programme was conducted by Dr Norzah Abd Ghani, a laughter therapy practitioner in Malaysia, who introduced participants to practical techniques for maintaining psychological well-being.
Through the session, participants were exposed to laughter therapy as an accessible and engaging approach to managing stress and supporting emotional wellness.
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The initiative also aimed to increase awareness of psychological health among PETRA personnel while encouraging a healthier and more supportive workplace atmosphere.
PETRA said the programme formed part of its efforts to equip employees with practical knowledge and techniques that could be applied in their daily working lives.
The ministry also congratulated participants on completing the programme and expressed hope that the knowledge gained would benefit their work, the public service and the country.
According to a post on the official Facebook page of Kementerian Peralihan Tenaga dan Transformasi Air, the initiative reflects PETRA’s efforts to strengthen psychological well-being and promote a positive working culture among its personnel – The Capital Post
