{
  "id": 2052203,
  "title": "DBKL to resurface 59km of KL roads in RM100m project",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/dbkl-to-resurface-59km-of-kl-roads-in-rm100m-project",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-20T00:48:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/08/20/dbkl-to-resurface-59km-of-kl-roads-in-rm100m-project/231974"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kuala Lumpur is set to resurface 59 kilometers of its major and protocol roads in a RM100 million project under the Eight-Road Resurfacing Programme. This initiative aims to extend road lifespan by up to 50 percent and ensure they remain free of potholes. The first phase, focusing on five routes, began this month and is expected to last 24 weeks, with a cost of RM61.64 million. This project is part of DBKL's 2026 Budget, aiming to return to basic services to improve the welfare and safety of city dwellers. The resurfacing will be carried out between 10 pm and 5 am to avoid disrupting peak traffic hours.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 20 — A total of 59 kilometres (km) of protocol and main roads in the capital, covering about 1.3...",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}