Hannah Yeoh: Smart city solutions, bus hub among plans to ease Bukit Jalil concert traffic

Bukit Jalil, a bustling hub for concerts and large-scale events, has been plagued by traffic congestion, prompting the government to explore smart city solutions and refine traffic management plans. Minister Hannah Yeoh announced that Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Seri Fadlun Mak Ujud had appointed consultants to conduct a micro-traffic management study, which is expected to be completed by the first quarter of 2027.

Hannah emphasized the importance of the study, citing the unique characteristics of Bukit Jalil as an event and concert hub that generate heavy traffic. She stated that the plan would be audited by Kuala Lumpur City Hall to ensure its effectiveness, and the Federal Territories Department would hold discussions with the Digital Ministry to explore smart city solutions and with Prasarana Malaysia Bhd to improve public transport access, including the possibility of a bus transit hub connected to the proposed Mass Rapid Transit 3 (MRT3) project.

The development of Bandar Madani Bukit Jalil, which includes affordable housing and schools, requires pre-existing or concurrent infrastructure to support the needs of residents. Hannah also revealed that the Kuala Lumpur Mayor was monitoring the development to ensure the provision of necessary infrastructure alongside the project.

Additionally, DBKL plans to construct 22 kilometers of pedestrian walkways across parliamentary constituencies, with an allocation of RM55 million, beginning in January 2027.