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Selangor Unveils RM10 Billion Infrastructure Plan to Boost Economic Growth, as Illegal Parking Clampdown Hits 50 Families

Selangor’s state government has launched a RM10 billion, 10-year infrastructure masterplan—covering 35 new roads, 64 road upgrades, and 16 new intersections—to address traffic congestion and uneven economic development, while temporarily compensating up to 50 families affected by a crackdown on illegal double-parking along Jalan Maxwell and Jalan Welman, two of the state’s most congested arteries.

The move comes as Selangor grapples with rising complaints from businesses and residents over illegal parking, which has exacerbated traffic jams and disrupted daily life. The state government has secured legal advice from the Selangor State Legal Officer to determine next steps after a lawsuit was filed by residents of Taman Sri Muda, though no further details on the case have been disclosed.

Meanwhile, temporary financial aid—estimated to benefit 50 affected households—will be provided while enforcement measures are implemented.

The RM10 billion infrastructure push is part of a broader strategy to expand economic activity beyond the Klang Valley, addressing disparities in development caused by Selangor’s uneven population distribution. The plan includes new road networks to improve connectivity across less-developed districts, though no specific timeline or funding breakdown for individual projects has been released.

In related developments, Selangor’s official media arm, Media Selangor Sdn Bhd (MSSB),—a subsidiary of Menteri Besar Incorporated (MBI)—has expanded its operations, now publishing news in Malay, Mandarin, Tamil, and English, including through its Selangorkini portal and print editions. The move aligns with the state’s push for multilingual outreach, though no details on editorial independence or funding sources were provided.

Elsewhere, petrol prices saw a slight dip for the week of October 1–7, with RON97 and RON95 dropping 5 sen per liter, while unsubsidized diesel fell by 15 sen per liter, reflecting global crude trends. The adjustments come as Malaysia’s haze crisis persists, with 20 areas nationwide recording unhealthy air quality levels as of 5 p.m. today, including Johor Setia, which hit the highest Air Pollution Index (API) reading of 166.

To combat the issue, over 50 cloud-seeding operations have been conducted since early this year to boost rainfall, reduce pollution, and maintain reservoir levels, with authorities warning of prolonged dry conditions until mid-2027.

In political news, Pakatan Harapan (PH) has yet to decide on potential coalition partners ahead of the 16th Melaka State Election, while Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has urged Suruhanjaya Komunikasi dan Multimedia Malaysia (SKMM) to clarify Meta’s response regarding hacking allegations and WhatsApp account deactivations, a matter still under investigation.

Separately, a property developer in Kapar Industrial Park faces compensation penalties after a construction project caused flooding in Taman Seri Kerayong, displacing dozens of residents. The case remains under review by relevant authorities.

Finally, Bharatanatyam instructor Kalaivani Krishnanmuthy (40) highlighted the importance of international performances in preserving traditional arts, noting that global exposure helps sustain cultural heritage for future generations. Her remarks follow a recent surge in demand for Malaysian classical dance workshops among expatriate communities.

The state’s infrastructure push, combined with enforcement actions on illegal parking and haze mitigation efforts, signals Selangor’s dual focus on economic resilience and public welfare amid ongoing challenges. The next phase of the RM10 billion plan will depend on federal-state coordination, with no immediate updates on additional funding or project timelines.