RM2.4 Billion Allocated for Federal Road Maintenance in Peninsular Malaysia

Strategic Insights -

The Ministry of Works has dedicated RM2.4 billion this year for federal road maintenance in Peninsular Malaysia, as part of the government's ongoing efforts to ensure safe and high-quality road infrastructure for the public. Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi revealed that out of the total allocation, RM1.3 billion had been utilized as of September for periodic pavement and non-pavement works, as well as traffic light and bridge maintenance. The allocated funds include RM37 million for road safety infrastructure upgrades, involving 109 projects, with 77 Certificates of Practical Completion (CPC) issued and 1,402 CPCs worth RM1.1 billion implemented under work order maintenance.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Ministry of Works has allocated RM2.4 billion for federal road maintenance in Peninsular Malaysia, with RM1.3 billion utilized as of September.
  • The allocated funds include RM37 million for road safety infrastructure upgrades, involving 109 projects, with 76 under the blackspot initiative and 33 under the pedestrian crossing traffic light (LPKSI).
  • 77 Certificates of Practical Completion (CPC) have been issued, while 1,402 CPCs worth RM1.1 billion have been implemented under work order maintenance.
  • The Ministry aims to enhance the safety and comfort of federal road users and stimulate local economic activity, involving over 1,700 contractors and hundreds of workers indirectly.
  • The Public Works Department (JKR) and the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW) are also focusing on new high-impact developments, with RM2.6 billion allocated for project implementation in Negeri Sembilan.
  • The MYJalan portal has received over 40,000 complaints, including those related to road and drainage damage.
  • The ministry remains committed to ensuring that all road development and maintenance initiatives are carried out effectively, in line with the Madani Government's aspiration to strengthen a road network that is quality, sustainable, safe, and comfortable for all.

Statistics:

  • RM2.4 billion allocated for federal road maintenance in Peninsular Malaysia.
  • RM1.3 billion utilized as of September for periodic pavement and non-pavement works, as well as traffic light and bridge maintenance.
  • RM37 million allocated for road safety infrastructure upgrades, involving 109 projects.
  • 77 Certificates of Practical Completion (CPC) issued.
  • 1,402 CPCs worth RM1.1 billion implemented under work order maintenance.
  • Over 1,700 contractors and hundreds of workers involved indirectly in the project.
  • RM2.6 billion allocated for project implementation in Negeri Sembilan.
  • Over 40,000 complaints received through the MYJalan portal.

Sources:

  • Ministry of Works.
  • Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, Minister of Works.
  • Public Works Department (JKR).
  • Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW).
  • MYJalan portal.