New RM17 mln JPJ Sarikei complex officially opens to boost service, safety
Hasbi (centre) receives a memento during the official opening of the new JPJ Sarikei Branch Office Complex.
SARIKEI (June 19): The Road Transport Department (JPJ) plays a vital role in ensuring that the country's road transport system remains efficient, safe and well-regulated, said Deputy Transport Minister Datuk Hasbi Habibollah.
Speaking at the official opening of the new JPJ Sarikei Branch Office Complex today, he acknowledged the increasing responsibilities and challenges faced by the department and its personnel.
'The opening of this new office positions JPJ Sarikei to strengthen its role not only as an efficient and reliable service provider, particularly in matters such as vehicle registration and driver licensing, but also as a key player in road safety, with a firm commitment to safeguarding lives and public well-being,' he said.
'The smooth operation of this new office would not be possible without the continued support of all involved. Such support is crucial to ensure JPJ can deliver optimal services to the people and the nation,' he added.
During the event, Hasbi was presented with a memento following his speech.
JPJ Sarikei officially relocated to its new premises at Batu 5, Jalan Repok in late July 2024.
The new complex was built on a 6.053-hectare site at Lot 615, Block 60, Sarikei Land District, with a total allocation of RM17 million under the Ministry of Transport's (MOT) initiative.
According to Hasbi, the JPJ Sarikei has undergone several phases of development and transformation since it began its operations, in line with MOT and JPJ's commitment to improving service quality.
'This transformation includes enhancements in infrastructure, service delivery systems, counter digitalisation, and human resource efficiency,' he said.
He noted that the new JPJ Sarikei Complex can now accommodate an estimated 400 customers daily, double the capacity of the previous premises.
'With wider and more comfortable facilities, it is expected that counter transactions will be smoother and overall customer satisfaction with JPJ services will increase.'
Furthermore, Hasbi said the complex marks a historic milestone as it is the only JPJ office in the state equipped with staff quarters for its officers and personnel.
Also present at the event were Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Dato Sri Huang Tiong Sii; Sarikei Division Resident Dato Michael Ronnie Langgong; JPJ Malaysia director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli; and JPJ Sarawak director Norizan Jili. Hasbi Habibollah JPJ Sarikei
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