Ipoh: The Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) has allocated RM5.29 million since 2023 for housing repair and maintenance works in Ipoh, focusing on enhancing the well-being of residents. In a statement, Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming detailed the financial allocations and specific projects undertaken to improve the living conditions in the area.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, of the total allocation, RM1.19 million was earmarked this year under the Housing Maintenance Programme (PPP) for various repair and upkeep works. Minister Nga highlighted that KPKT will channel RM993,000 through the PPP for projects such as refurbishing the community hall and waste disposal area at the Jalan Hospital flats, road resurfacing at Dewan Greentown, roof replacement and road resurfacing at Seri Kepayang flats, and the installation of solar lights.

Minister Nga recently officiated the repainting of buildings and installation of new lifts at the Jalan Hospital and Seri Kepayang flats. Additionally, he attended the Kepayang state constituency Hari Raya gathering, where he announced a personal contribution of RM200,000 for upgrading the Seri Kepayang Food Court.

During a previous visit to the Jalan Hospital flats on March 10 last year, Minister Nga observed the deteriorated infrastructure, including rusted handrails and faded paint. Consequently, KPKT allocated RM500,000 through the PPP for repainting and replacing handrails at the apartment complex, alongside a RM100,000 contribution from the Perak Housing and Property Board. The maintenance work was completed on schedule within 12 months, achieving a 16 percent cost saving.

Minister Nga further explained that the government initially set aside RM500,000 for repainting the Seri Kepayang flats. However, frequent elevator breakdowns led KPKT to allocate an additional RM3 million for their replacement. The project was efficiently managed and completed for RM2.61 million, reflecting a 13 percent cost saving within the specified timeframe.