Debak: The replacement and expansion works for Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Saribas in Debak, Betong have been completed and are now ready for use, following the handover ceremony held today.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi stated that the RM10.15 million project commenced on March 21, 2023, and the completion certificate was issued on March 4, 2025. The project scope included the construction of an indoor hall, two new classrooms, a visual arts education room, and two teacher housing units.

The project design integrates the ESG (environmental, social, and governance) approach, ensuring that the building not only meets educational needs but is also sustainable, resilient, and accessible for all, including persons with disabilities (PwDs). Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi underscored that the implementation of this project exemplifies the MADANI Government’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the education ecosystem by providing modern and conducive infrastructure, particularly in rural areas.