Statewide scrub-up for tourism push in Johor
SOME 40 high-pressure jetting lorries have been dispatched around the city as Johor Baru gears up for Visit Johor 2026.
Solid Waste Management and Public Cleansing Corporation (SWCorp) chief executive officer Khalid Mohamed said 'Operasi Tanpa Debu' (Dust-Free Operation) was aimed at enhancing cleanliness in high-traffic zones in anticipation of increased tourists for the coming year.
'Besides being rubbish-free, we want the city to be dust-free and dirt-free to better welcome our visitors.
Khalid (centre) says scheduled cleaning work at tourist spots in Iskandar Puteri and Mersing are also underway.
'We want the streets to look like those in developed countries – well-maintained and always looking new.
'This will no longer be just a vision,' said Khalid during a cleaning operation at Legaran Segget, which involved three high-pressure cleaning lorries and a road-sweeper machine, supported by 15 cleaning personnel.
He added that SWCorp, in collaboration with SWM Environment and Johor Baru City Council, began the cleaning operation in June on a scheduled basis at key public areas.
'We started work in tourist-oriented areas such as Puteri Harbour in Iskandar Puteri, Laman Kreatif Kluang and Dataran Kembara in Mersing.
'Public spaces such as markets, transport terminals, walkways and other tourist spots are being prioritised,' said Khalid, adding that the cleaning process was completely chemical-free and relied only on water pressure.
He added that SWCorp has taken this new approach across the state, starting with areas that have a high volume of tourists.
'We understand that cleanliness and aesthetic appeal in these areas will attract more tourists to explore the surrounding communities,' said Khalid.
'Legaran Segget will soon have brand-new look and visitors from beyond Johor and Malaysia will return home with stories of Johor Baru's charm and beauty.'
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