Zaliha claims ‘external influence’ behind ruckus at Kg Sg Baru protest, not residents

PUTRAJAYA: The ruckus that ensued during the eviction process at Kampung Sungai Baru was caused by external influence, says Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa. The Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) said the majority of residents had agreed to the redevelopment, and it was external parties who were trying to ride on the issue. "What...

SG4 views sought in drafting Urban Renewal Bill, says PLANMalaysia DG

KUALA LUMPUR: The views of Kelantan, Terengganu, Kedah and Perlis, collectively known as State Government 4 (SG4), were sought in drafting the Urban Renewal Bill, says Town and Country Planning Department (PLANMalaysia) director-general Datuk Dr Alias Rameli. He said matters related to the Bill were brought to the attention of the Perikatan Nasional-administered states through the...

Construction of MRT3 project may only start in 2027, says MRT Corp

KUALA LUMPUR: The on-site construction of the Mass Rapid Transit 3 (MRT3) project may only commence in 2027 after Mass Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd (MRT Corp) completes the land acquisition process, MRT Corp chief executive officer Datuk Mohd Zarif Hashim said. He added that the process was currently underway with public inspections taking place until...

Residents of Kampung Sungai Baru resist eviction after utilities cut off

ABOUT 47 residents of Kampung Sungai Baru had their electricity and water supply cut off around 9am on Monday (June 10) by the land owner, in an attempt to force them to vacate their homes. This follows an evacuation notice issued by the Federal Territory Land and Mines Office (PTGWP) to vacate the land last October,...