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The Sun
2 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Phased repairs for hazardous roads to prioritise critical sections
KUALA LUMPUR: The process of repairing hazardous roads across the country will be carried out in stages, with priority given to sections with critical damage, said Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. He said the Ministry of Works (KKR) has identified nearly RM4 billion worth of repairs needed to address all hazardous roads. However, due to financial constraints, the improvements will be implemented in phases. 'We already have complete data on the dangerous roads and the financial requirements. If we were to repair them all at once, we would need RM4 billion. Since we don't have that allocation, we have to do it in stages,' he told reporters after attending the Gawai Open House @ KKR 2025, held here today. He was responding to questions regarding efforts by the ministry to identify and repair damaged roads following the tragic accident along the Gerik–Jeli stretch of the East–West Highway (JRTB) on June 9, which claimed the lives of 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students. Nanta said improvements to the JRTB have already been planned this year, involving an allocation of RM55 million. The upgrades include the installation of 385 streetlights and road line markings to improve visibility and safety. He added that the ministry had already identified roads in the worst condition through its existing database, with repair works to be carried out based on urgency. 'We know which roads are severely damaged, and we will prioritise those. Roads that are damaged but not critically will be attended to later,' he said. To support the decision-making process, the ministry is also using the Pavement Condition Assessment (PCA) method to determine areas that need immediate attention. For the JRTB Gerik–Jeli route, the PCA was conducted from March 13 to May 13, using advanced technologies such as the Multi Laser Profiler (MLP) and Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) Commenting on suggestions to install guardrails at high-risk locations, Nanta said the ministry is open to public feedback, including views shared online. 'We take into account all views — from the public, netizens, and relevant stakeholders. We will evaluate every suggestion carefully,' he said. The Gawai Open House @ KKR 2025 held at Dewan Tan Sri Mahfoz Khalid, was attended by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan, Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri, as well as senior ministry officials and staff.
Barnama
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Barnama
Phased Repairs For Hazardous Roads To Prioritise Critical Sections
KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- The process of repairing hazardous roads across the country will be carried out in stages, with priority given to sections with critical damage, said Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. He said the Ministry of Works (KKR) has identified nearly RM4 billion worth of repairs needed to address all hazardous roads. However, due to financial constraints, the improvements will be implemented in phases. 'We already have complete data on the dangerous roads and the financial requirements. If we were to repair them all at once, we would need RM4 billion. Since we don't have that allocation, we have to do it in stages,' he told reporters after attending the Gawai Open House @ KKR 2025, held here today. He was responding to questions regarding efforts by the ministry to identify and repair damaged roads following the tragic accident along the Gerik–Jeli stretch of the East–West Highway (JRTB) on June 9, which claimed the lives of 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students. Nanta said improvements to the JRTB have already been planned this year, involving an allocation of RM55 million. The upgrades include the installation of 385 streetlights and road line markings to improve visibility and safety. He added that the ministry had already identified roads in the worst condition through its existing database, with repair works to be carried out based on urgency. 'We know which roads are severely damaged, and we will prioritise those. Roads that are damaged but not critically will be attended to later,' he said. To support the decision-making process, the ministry is also using the Pavement Condition Assessment (PCA) method to determine areas that need immediate attention. For the JRTB Gerik–Jeli route, the PCA was conducted from March 13 to May 13, using advanced technologies such as the Multi Laser Profiler (MLP) and Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) Commenting on suggestions to install guardrails at high-risk locations, Nanta said the ministry is open to public feedback, including views shared online.
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Urgent road repairs prioritised due to limited funds
KUALA LUMPUR: The Works Ministry is prioritising urgent road repairs due to financial constraints, said Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. He said about RM4 billion is needed to maintain all federal roads, including the East-West Highway Gerik-Jeli stretch. "We have data identifying which roads require attention and the associated costs. To get every road in perfect condition, we would need around RM4 billion. However, due to limited funds, we are taking a phased approach. We prioritise roads that need immediate repair and carry out repairs based on urgency," he said. He was speaking to reporters after the Gawai Open House hosted by the ministry, which was attended by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. In July last year, it was reported that the ministry needs approximately RM4 billion annually to maintain all federal roads in the country but has only been allocated around RM1 billion for many years. Nanta said RM55 million has been allocated for ongoing maintenance works on the East-West Highway, including resurfacing, street light repairs, and upgrades to non-pavement facilities such as guardrails and signage, which are now 10 per cent complete and expected to finish by August. On June 9, 15 were killed when a chartered bus carrying Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students collided with a Perodua Alza along Jalan Jeli-Grik near Tasik Banding, Perak.
South China Morning Post
4 days ago
- South China Morning Post
Malaysia's roads under scrutiny after Singaporean cyclist's death in Johor
Malaysia 's government is under pressure to fix damaged highways and tackle the country's poor road safety record after a Singaporean cyclist became the latest casualty of roads that claim the life of one person every two hours. Advertisement A 42-year-old Singaporean man died on Saturday when he was run over by a gravel-laden truck after he hit a pothole and fell from his bike in the Kulai district of the southern Johor state, police said. His death came barely a week after 15 university students were killed in a high-speed bus crash Malaysian roads are some of the world's most dangerous, with one person dying every two hours according to official statistics between March last year and March this year. A Singaporean cyclist died when he hit a pothole, fell off his bike and was hit by a truck on a Malaysian road on Saturday. Photo: The Star On Sunday, Works Minister Alexander Nanta Linggi said state authorities would immediately fix the damaged stretch of road where the cyclist had died, promising 'comprehensive repairs' to a zone that 'poses a risk to road users'. Advertisement The cyclist's death has amped up public criticism of the poor state of Malaysian roads and the danger posed by overloaded and speeding heavy vehicles, which routinely flout speed rules and limits on the volume they are allowed to carry.
Free Malaysia Today
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Free Malaysia Today
Heavy vehicles caused road damage at site where S'porean cyclist died
Works minister Alexander Nanta Linggi said although upgrading work on the road shoulder was carried out earlier this year, the excessive loads had damaged the road again. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : Crocodile cracking, a form of road surface damage, was detected at the scene of an accident that claimed the life of a Singaporean cyclist in Kulai, Johor, yesterday. Works minister Alexander Nanta Linggi said the damage to state road J165 was likely due to frequent use by heavy vehicles, particularly lorries from a nearby quarry area, Bernama reported. Nanta said although upgrading work on the road shoulder was carried out earlier this year, the excessive loads had damaged the road again. 'Although the road falls under the jurisdiction of the state government, the works ministry is concerned about its condition, which poses a risk to road users, including motorcyclists and cyclists,' he said in a statement today. A Singaporean cyclist was killed after he was believed to have fallen as a result of the bad condition of Jalan Gunung Pulai and was hit by a trailer lorry at about 9.45am yesterday. As an immediate measure, Nanta said he had contacted the state authorities to ensure rehabilitation work is carried out immediately, with comprehensive repairs to follow once the necessary allocation was approved. He urged those involved in road maintenance to ensure road conditions remained safe for users. Nanta also advised cyclists to avoid routes frequently used by heavy vehicles. 'Choose a suitable and safe time, such as early morning on weekends. Always ensure the use of safety equipment, including helmets and reflective lights. 'Adhere to traffic regulations, avoid using mobile phones while cycling, and make sure your bicycle is in good condition,' he said. He extended his condolences to the family of the cyclist.
