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Malay Mail
18 hours ago
- General
- Malay Mail
Kelantan seeks federal help to boost safety on Gerik–Jeli stretch of East-West Highway amid wildlife risks
KOTA BHARU, July 23 — The Kelantan government has submitted a formal request to the Works Ministry (KKR) to upgrade infrastructure along the Gerik–Jeli stretch of the East-West Highway (JRTB) to enhance road safety and user comfort. State Public Works, Infrastructure, Water and Rural Development Committee chairman Datuk Izani Husin said the application, submitted through the state Public Works Department (JKR), covers five key components, including slope repairs, overtaking lanes, corrugated metal drainage pipes, New Jersey concrete barriers and solar-powered streetlights. 'The state is also procuring LED warning signboards that illuminate at night to alert motorists, especially in low-visibility areas,' he said. Izani was responding to a question from Datuk Abdul Hadi Awang Kechil (PAS–Kuala Balah) during the Kelantan State Legislative Assembly today, on efforts to improve safety along the route, which has seen frequent accidents, including wildlife-related incidents. He said the state is also collaborating with the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan) and Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK) to establish an elephant feeding corridor in Jeli, which is currently in the stage of hotspot identification. For tiger conservation, specific movement corridors have been mapped and efforts are underway to implement monitoring and protection standards under the Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards (CA|TS) framework. Additional safety measures include wildlife crossing signs and regular patrols by Perhilitan personnel to guide elephants back to forested areas when needed. — Bernama
The Sun
18 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Kelantan seeks federal funds to upgrade Gerik-Jeli highway safety
KOTA BHARU: The Kelantan government has formally requested federal funding to upgrade the Gerik–Jeli stretch of the East-West Highway (JRTB) to improve road safety and user comfort. State Public Works, Infrastructure, Water and Rural Development Committee chairman Datuk Dr Izani Husin confirmed the application was submitted through the state Public Works Department (JKR). The proposed upgrades include five key components: slope repairs, overtaking lanes, corrugated metal drainage pipes, New Jersey concrete barriers, and solar-powered streetlights. 'The state is also procuring LED warning signboards that illuminate at night to alert motorists, especially in low-visibility areas,' Izani said. The request follows concerns over frequent accidents, including wildlife-related incidents. Izani addressed the issue during the Kelantan State Legislative Assembly in response to a question from Datuk Abdul Hadi Awang Kechil (PAS–Kuala Balah). To mitigate wildlife hazards, the state is collaborating with the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (PERHILITAN) and Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK) to establish an elephant feeding corridor in Jeli. 'Hotspot identification is currently underway,' Izani added. For tiger conservation, movement corridors have been mapped, with plans to implement monitoring and protection measures under the Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards (CA|TS) framework. Additional safety measures include wildlife crossing signs and regular patrols by PERHILITAN personnel to guide elephants away from the highway when necessary. – Bernama
The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Kelantan plans two R&R stops along key highway corridors
KOTA BARU: The Kelantan government plans to develop two Rest and Service Areas (R&R) along the Lingkaran Tengah Utama (LTU) Expressway and the Kota Baru-Kuala Krai (KBKK) Highway to support local economic growth and tourism. State Public Works, Infrastructure, Water and Rural Development Committee chairman Datuk Dr Izani Husin said the proposed sites are in Laloh, Kuala Krai for the LTU alignment, and Bukit Bakar, Machang for the KBKK route. "These facilities are expected to create economic spillover effects, as improved connectivity drives local development,' he told the Kelantan State Legislative Assembly at the Kota Darulnaim Complex on Tuesday (July 22). Dr Izani said while the designs for the R&R sites have yet to be finalised, the state supports incorporating traditional Kelantanese architectural elements. He was responding to Zubir Abu Bakar (PAS-Mengkebang), who asked about efforts to develop R&R infrastructure in Kuala Krai in line with the ongoing LTU construction. - Bernama Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Kelantan to build two new R&R stops along major highways
KOTA BHARU: The Kelantan government has announced plans to develop two new Rest and Service Areas (R&R) along key highway corridors to enhance economic growth and tourism. The proposed sites will be located in Laloh, Kuala Krai for the Lingkaran Tengah Utama (LTU) Expressway and Bukit Bakar, Machang for the Kota Bharu–Kuala Krai (KBKK) Highway. State Public Works, Infrastructure, Water and Rural Development Committee chairman Datuk Dr Izani Husin confirmed the initiative, stating, 'These facilities are expected to create economic spillover effects, as improved connectivity drives local development.' He added that while the designs are still under review, the state supports integrating traditional Kelantanese architectural elements. The announcement was made during the Kelantan State Legislative Assembly session at the Kota Darulnaim Complex. The move comes in response to queries from Zubir Abu Bakar (PAS–Mengkebang) regarding infrastructure development in Kuala Krai alongside the ongoing LTU construction. - Bernama
New Straits Times
01-05-2025
- General
- New Straits Times
Kampung Kijang fire: Kelantan launches donation drive to build new homes for victims
KOTA BARU: Kelantan is aiming to raise RMR500,000 through donations to rebuild eight homes destroyed by a fire in Kampung Kijang. State executive councillor for Public Works, Infrastructure, Water, and Rural Development Datuk Dr Izani Husin said the donation drive currently has reached nearly RM100,000. "All the fire victims come from low-income groups, and their house lots were rented. "The fund was launched following a discussion with the Menteri Besar Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud. "We are (also) working on securing eight units of 'Rumah Dhuafa' (homes for the needy) in Kampung Badang, built by the state," he told reporters after launching the donation drive in Kampung Kijang. Izani said the state government wasconsidering building 'Rumah Dhuafa' units, each valued at RM45,000, and expected to be completed by August. "We have set one month to collect the funds and hope the amount raised will be sufficient to cover construction costs." However, the construction of the houses will depend on two factors, namely, the total amount collected and the contractors' willingness to offer flexible payment terms, he said. He said the state government is working to provide temporary rental housing for the eight affected families for three months, with costs covered by the state. On April 28, eight houses in Kampung Kijang were destroyed in a 4.40am fire, affecting 31 victims. One of the victims, Mat Husin Sulaiman, 64, a fisherman, hopes the construction of new homes could be expedited as they were currently staying with neighbours and relatives. "We hope to have a more comfortable shelter. "During the incident, I only escaped with clothes on my back after realising the flames were spreading into the house quickly," the father of eight said. Single mother of six Yah Che Ngah, 60, said she is now living with a neighbour and is saddened by the loss of her 40-year-old house. "I hope we'll have a more comfortable place to stay. "I'm looking for a rental home for now but hope we'll eventually have a permanent one," she said. – Bernama
