Mr Muhyiddin also assured that there would be enough supplies of food, daily needs and healthcare products, including face masks, and they would be available for all.
He pointed out that up until today, only half a million of 5.
Muhyiddin said the stricter lockdown from June 1 to 14 was for all social and economic areas, and that only essential services and economic sectors would remain in operation, which would be listed by the national security council.
After protesting for two hours, the crowd then dispersed peacefully.
Earlier this week, Parliament had reopened for the first time this year, however, it was only to brief lawmakers on the pandemic and debates were banned.
Malaysia reported 8,290 new coronavirus cases on Friday, its fourth straight day of record infections, bringing its total to 549,514.