Johor bahru: The Johor state government has submitted funding applications to the Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) for several key projects involving public housing, flood mitigation, and modern solid waste management. State Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Jafni Md Shukor said the requests were presented during an official meeting with KPKT secretary-general Datuk Wira M Noor Azman Taib in Putrajaya today.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the top priority is securing funds for the phased rejuvenation of the Taman Ungku Tun Aminah (TUTA) flats, which require long-term maintenance and upgrades. This initiative aims to ensure that older low-cost housing remains safe, comfortable, and habitable for residents. In a Facebook post, Mohd Jafni emphasized the importance of these upgrades.

Mohd Jafni also mentioned Johor’s effort to develop 1,000 housing units under the Syarikat Perumahan Negara Berhad (SPNB) programme. The state government has committed RM20,000 per unit as part of a cost-sharing initiative to facilitate home ownership for more people.

Additionally, a special request was made for funds to address flood-prone areas identified as high-risk zones across Johor. Mohd Jafni urged KPKT to approve phased interventions ahead of the monsoon season to protect vulnerable communities.

Another significant proposal is the Waste-to-Energy (WTE) project in Bukit Payong, which is expected to drive sustainable solid waste management in Johor by incorporating green technology. These proposals are part of a targeted effort to enhance the quality of life for Johoreans and bolster the state’s infrastructure.

These initiatives align with the broader vision of Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi under the ‘MAJU JOHOR’ agenda, which seeks to develop a modern, resilient state that prioritizes the welfare of its people in every policy and implementation.