Kota Bharu: The Public Works Department (JKR) has allocated RM2.5 million to upgrade the concrete drainage system in Mukim Kampung Kota, Salor, to address stagnant floodwater issues that have persisted for more than two decades, announced state JKR director Nik Soh Yaakob.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the first phase of the project involves an allocation of RM772,900 under the MADANI Adopted Village programme. This phase focuses on upgrading 700 metres of concrete drains from Lorong Pok San to Wakaf Sena. The work began in mid-April and is expected to be completed by mid-July, as stated by Nik Soh during an inspection of the monsoon drain installation works in Kampung Kota, Salor.

Nik Soh further mentioned that RM1.7 million has been earmarked for the second phase, which is set to begin once the first phase concludes. The project is anticipated to benefit over 1,000 residents and road users, as the area is a vital access route to Kota Bharu.

Additionally, Nik Soh noted that six to seven drainage upgrade projects are either underway or planned across Kelantan this year. Each project has an estimated cost of between RM1 million and RM1.5 million, with the goal of completing them before the onset of the monsoon season.