Bukit Kemuning residents endure 30 years of infrastructure neglect
Among the long-standing issues is the indiscriminate dumping of rubbish, which some residents attribute to the irresponsible behaviour of certain individuals in the area.
The situation is exacerbated by poorly maintained drainage systems that frequently become clogged, resulting in foul odours and flash floods. The unhygienic conditions have raised public health concerns, with fears they could become breeding grounds for Aedes mosquitoes.
Resident Latha Morghan claimed that the authorities had failed to take meaningful action despite numerous complaints.
"It feels like we've been sidelined. Whenever we raise these issues, no one takes us seriously. Just look at this drain – it's completely unsafe," she told TV9.
Another resident, Yusri Yusoff, said they were also burdened with narrow, damaged roads that lack proper markings, posing risks to motorists.
He suggested the road be widened by clearing large trees along the stretch.
The route is heavily used and has witnessed fatal accidents, but he claimed no action had been taken to address the matter.
Yusri also alleged that several premises in the area were constructed illegally and urged the relevant authorities to take immediate enforcement action.
"There are shops built right up to the road, even over drains, making visibility poor. You can't just blame the residents for everything. Why hasn't enforcement been carried out?" he asked.
Meanwhile, Zone 14 Residents' Representative Council member Yogeswari Samynathan said that although some cleaning work had been done, the results were unsatisfactory.
"I understand the department appointed contractors for the job. But if they had done it properly, the drains wouldn't be in this state – they're filled with rubbish and clogged with silt. The roads are in poor condition too," she said.
Kota Kemuning assemblyman Preakas Sampunathan said all related complaints had been forwarded to the relevant authorities, including the Public Works Department (PWD) and the Shah Alam City Council (MBSA).
In a statement, the PWD said RM4.5 million had been allocated for maintenance works in the area, which include road resurfacing, repairs, repainting of road markings, and the installation of signboards.
However, the department added that although site visits had been conducted, maintenance work was hampered due to access routes not meeting required specifications.
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