RM2b road maintenance allocation insufficient, Works Ministry seeks more funds
BUTTERWORTH: The Works Ministry will seek additional funding for road maintenance after receiving RM2 billion against an estimated RM4 billion requirement.
BUTTERWORTH: The Works Ministry is seeking additional funds for road maintenance after receiving RM2 billion, which falls short of the estimated RM4 billion needed. Deputy Works Minister Dr Ahmad Maslan announced he would join Works Minister Alexander Nanta Linggi and senior officials in a meeting with the Second Finance Minister today to request more funding.
The ministry is prepared to allocate the entire RM2 billion budget to maintenance, as repair needs are extensive. Dr Ahmad highlighted that road conditions contribute to approximately 13% of accidents, compared to 81% due to human negligence and 7% to vehicle conditions. He emphasized the importance of maintaining road safety and extending infrastructure lifespan through adequate maintenance.
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