More than 17,000 compounds issued since Jan 1, says Nga
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In the first month of the new year, more than 17,000 littering offenses have been recorded, with 2,000 offenders sentenced by courts to perform community service. This surge in enforcement measures is part of the Malaysian government's commitment to environmental protection, according to Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming.
Speaking in response to a question from Roslan Hashim of the Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party (PN) during a session in the Dewan Rakyat, Nga stressed the importance of collective efforts to maintain Malaysia's cleanliness and ensure all citizens can enjoy a high quality of life.
The Solid Waste Management and Public Cleansing Corporation (SWCorp) has taken significant steps in combating illegal dumping. Last year alone, the corporation dismantled 3,600 illegal dumpsites and removed over 1,500 tonnes of waste. Over the past three years, SWCorp has successfully shut down more than 6,000 illegal dumping sites. Under the Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Management Act 2007, individuals found guilty of illegal dumping can face up to five years in prison and a fine of RM100,000.
To bolster enforcement efforts, SWCorp equipped its officers with over 100 motorcycles during the previous year. Nga highlighted these measures as part of the government's comprehensive strategy to tackle the littering problem and safeguard Malaysia's environment.
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