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The Star
5 hours ago
- Business
- The Star
Statewide scrub-up for tourism push in Johor
A contractor from SWCorp using a high-pressure water jet to clean walkways during 'Operasi Tanpa Debu' in Legaran Segget, Johor Baru. — Courtesy photo 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.'
The Star
a day ago
- The Star
SWCorp installing CCTVs to monitor illegal waste dumping
MELAKA: The Melaka Solid Waste Management and Public Cleansing Corporation (SWCorp) is intensifying efforts to combat illegal waste dumping by installing CCTV cameras. Its director Nor Zaki Md Nor said four out of 12 recurring illegal dumping hotspots in the state – Telok Mas, Alor Gajah, Batu Berendam and Jasin – have so far been equipped with mobile CCTVs. He told reporters in Kampung Pengkalan Rama Tengah that the initiative, which began this year, will be expanded in stages to other identified locations, Bernama reported. 'The installation of CCTVs is a new approach to curb illegal dumping by identifying offenders and facilitating legal action. 'So far, we've seen promising results, with a 60% to 70% reduction at these sites, eventually leading to the closure of several hotspots,' he said after the Gotong-Royong Cuci Duyong programme yesterday. The programme was held in conjunction with the Wakil Rakyat Untuk Rakyat (WRUR) initiative for the Duyong state constituency, officiated by Duyong assemblyman Datuk Mohd Noor Helmy Abdul Halem. Nor Zaki noted that most of the illegal dumping sites were used for disposing solid waste from the construction, commercial, industrial and institutional sectors, often involving unlicensed cleaning operators. He added that last year, one illegal dumping case was successfully prosecuted in court, resulting in a RM20,000 fine. Separately, he said the Clean City Campaign is currently underway, focusing on cleaning up towns and urban centres in conjunction with the WRUR programme. 'The campaign involves thorough cleaning efforts, regardless of whether the area falls under our service jurisdiction or not,' he said. Meanwhile, Mohd Noor Helmy said the Gotong-Royong Cuci Duyong programme involved 180 participants, including SWCorp staff, Rela members and local residents.
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- New Straits Times
SWCorp installs CCTV to combat illegal dumping in Melaka
MELAKA: The Melaka Solid Waste Management and Public Cleansing Corporation (SWCorp) is stepping up efforts to combat illegal waste dumping by installing closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras to monitor the situation and facilitate legal action. Its director, Nor Zaki Md Nor, said four out of 12 recurring illegal dumping hotspots in the state, Telok Mas, Alor Gajah, Batu Berendam, and Jasin, have so far been equipped with mobile CCTV units. He told reporters in Kampung Pengkalan Rama Tengah today that the initiative, which began this year, will be expanded to other identified locations in stages. "The installation of CCTV is a new approach we're implementing to curb illegal dumping by identifying offenders and facilitating legal action. "So far, we've seen promising results, with a 60 to 70 percent reduction at these sites, eventually leading to the closure of several hotspots," he said after the Gotong-Royong Cuci Duyong programme. The programme was held in conjunction with the Wakil Rakyat Untuk Rakyat (WRUR) initiative for the Duyong state constituency, officiated by Duyong assemblyman Datuk Mohd Noor Helmy Abdul Halem. Nor Zaki said most of the illegal dumping sites were used for the disposal of solid waste from the construction, commercial, industrial and institutional sectors, involving unlicensed cleaning operators. He said that last year, one case involving illegal dumping was successfully brought to court, resulting in a RM20,000 fine. Separately, he said the Clean City Campaign is currently in progress, focusing on cleaning up towns and urban centres in conjunction with the WRUR programme. "The campaign involves thorough cleaning efforts, regardless of whether the area falls under our service jurisdiction or not," he said. Meanwhile, Mohd Noor Helmy said the Gotong-Royong Cuci Duyong programme saw the participation of 180 individuals, including SWCorp staff, members of the Malaysian Volunteer Department (Rela), and residents. He said that Kampung Pengkalan Rama Tengah was selected for the gotong-royong initiative to address cleanliness issues in areas not covered by the Historical Melaka City Council or SWCorp. – Bernama
The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
SWCorp installs CCTV in Melaka to stop illegal waste dumping
MELAKA: The Melaka Solid Waste Management and Public Cleansing Corporation (SWCorp) is intensifying efforts to tackle illegal waste disposal by deploying CCTV cameras at key dumping sites. Four locations—Telok Mas, Alor Gajah, Batu Berendam, and Jasin—have already been fitted with mobile surveillance units. SWCorp director Nor Zaki Md Nor stated that this measure aims to identify offenders and support legal enforcement. 'The CCTV initiative has reduced illegal dumping by 60 to 70 percent in monitored areas, leading to the closure of several hotspots,' he said during the Gotong-Royong Cuci Duyong programme in Kampung Pengkalan Rama Tengah. The programme, part of the Wakil Rakyat Untuk Rakyat (WRUR) initiative, was officiated by Duyong assemblyman Datuk Mohd Noor Helmy Abdul Halem. Nor Zaki highlighted that most illegal dumping involves construction, commercial, and industrial waste handled by unlicensed operators. Last year, one case resulted in a RM20,000 court fine. Additionally, SWCorp is running the Clean City Campaign, targeting urban cleanliness in collaboration with WRUR. 'We clean thoroughly, even in areas outside our jurisdiction,' Nor Zaki added. Mohd Noor Helmy noted that 180 volunteers, including SWCorp staff, RELA members, and residents, participated in the gotong-royong. Kampung Pengkalan Rama Tengah was chosen due to its exclusion from regular cleaning services by local councils. - Bernama
Barnama
2 days ago
- Barnama
SWCorp Installs CCTV To Combat Illegal Waste Disposal In Melaka
GENERAL MELAKA, July 20 (Bernama) -- The Melaka Solid Waste Management and Public Cleansing Corporation (SWCorp) is stepping up efforts to combat illegal waste dumping by installing closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras to monitor the situation and facilitate legal action. Its director, Nor Zaki Md Nor, said four out of 12 recurring illegal dumping hotspots in the state, Telok Mas, Alor Gajah, Batu Berendam, and Jasin, have so far been equipped with mobile CCTV units. He told reporters in Kampung Pengkalan Rama Tengah today that the initiative, which began this year, will be expanded to other identified locations in stages. 'The installation of CCTV is a new approach we're implementing to curb illegal dumping by identifying offenders and facilitating legal action. 'So far, we've seen promising results, with a 60 to 70 percent reduction at these sites, eventually leading to the closure of several hotspots,' he said after the Gotong-Royong Cuci Duyong programme. The programme was held in conjunction with the Wakil Rakyat Untuk Rakyat (WRUR) initiative for the Duyong state constituency, officiated by Duyong assemblyman Datuk Mohd Noor Helmy Abdul Halem. Nor Zaki noted that most of the illegal dumping sites were used for the disposal of solid waste from the construction, commercial, industrial and institutional sectors, involving unlicensed cleaning operators. He added that last year, one case involving illegal dumping was successfully brought to court, resulting in a RM20,000 fine. Separately, he said the Clean City Campaign is currently in progress, focusing on cleaning up towns and urban centres in conjunction with the WRUR programme.
