[UPDATED] Cable theft disrupts Putrajaya MRT Line, repair works underway

On Thursday morning, a cable theft near Taman Equine MRT station disrupted power and train services along the MRT Putrajaya Line in Kuala Lumpur. Rapid KL, the operator, immediately deployed alternative train services and free shuttle buses to assist passengers. To further aid movement, eight additional buses have been allocated for the task.

Passengers are advised to anticipate longer waiting and travel times, and to adjust their journey plans accordingly. Those traveling to Sepang via the Express Rail Link (ERL) service from Putrajaya Sentral are specifically urged to utilize alternative routes, either via KL Sentral ERL station or Bandar Tasik Selatan ERL station.

To ensure smooth operations, Rapid KL has stationed personnel and auxiliary police at stations and bus stops to manage passenger movements. Passengers are encouraged to keep track of updates on Rapid KL's official social media channels.

The incident occurred at 5:24 am when a train failed to move at Taman Equine Station, triggering technical inspections and repair work. Subsequently, passengers can expect delays, especially at UPM, 16 Sierra, and Putrajaya Sentral stations.