Previously, we shared the tragic death of two brothers, aged 17 and 16, while on their way to school after their motorcycle hit a pothole along Jalan Sengkang – Felda Inas – Bandar Tenggara in Kluang, Johor.
Following this, Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi issued a statement addressing the fatal accident, expressing his sympathy and condolences to the families of the victims.
Works Minister orders immediate pothole repairs along Jalan Sengkang – Felda Inas – Bandar Tenggara in Kluang
In the statement posted on Facebook, Nanta said that he had repeatedly emphasised that maintenance work must be given serious attention as it involved human lives.
As for the recent fatal accident, the Works Ministry revealed that he has ordered the appointed concessionaire responsible for maintaining the road to immediately repair potholes along the route.
Specifically, the concessionaire was instructed to carry out temporary patching of potholes within 3 hours on the day of the incident and to conduct permanent repairs within 24 hours.
Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi
The Works Ministry added that patrols along the road and other routes will be increased, and potholes identified will be repaired within 24 hours.
Furthermore, signs alerting road users to damaged sections that pose safety risks will also be installed at affected locations.
Besides that, Nanta said that now is not the time to be pointing fingers at any party as priority should be given to immediate action.
He asserted,
“However, in facing this critical situation, pointing fingers at any party is not wise as immediate action should be given priority.
“Therefore, I have ordered immediate action to be taken and have instructed all those involved to provide a complete and detailed report to me. I have repeatedly issued stern warnings before.”
So what do you guys think of the Works Minister’s statement? Share your thoughts with us in the comments.
