Kuala Lumpur is set to get 22 kilometres of covered pedestrian walkways under a RM55 million project, with work scheduled to begin in January 2027, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh told Parliament on Monday evening (November 2). She was speaking during the winding-up of the committee-stage debate on the 2027 Operating and Development Expenditure, as reported by Malay Mail.
Walkways for the capital
Putrajaya will fund the walkway construction across the city. Further details on the routes were not included in the report excerpt I reviewed, so readers should check Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) announcements for specifics.
Bukit Jalil traffic plans
In a related report on Tuesday (November 3), Malay Mail said Yeoh outlined plans to ease traffic congestion around Bukit Jalil during major concerts, including smart city solutions and a bus hub. She said Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Seri Fadlun Mak Ujud had appointed consultants to carry out a Bukit Jalil micro-traffic management study, which takes into account various issues raised by residents, including traffic congestion.
The timing is relevant because The Weeknd is due to perform at Bukit Jalil on November 4 and 5, and Rapid KL has announced extended last train departures at selected MRT and LRT stations for the concerts. Concert-goers are advised to check public transport schedules, interchange cut-offs and parking guides in advance, and to expect heavy traffic around the stadium area.
Sources: Malay Mail - KL to get 22km of covered walkways | Malay Mail - Plans to ease Bukit Jalil concert traffic
