Upgrading Project For Melor–Ketereh To Kampung Pak Badol Route Completed – Nanta

BACHOK, Aug 10 (Bernama) -- The upgrading of the route from Melor-Ketereh junction to Kampung Pak Badol, here, has been completed, said Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi.

He said the project, spanning 3.3 km, which began on Nov 3, 2020, was completed on June 28, at a total cost of RM195 million.

“This road upgrading project is part of the government’s commitment under the 11th Malaysia Plan to strengthen the federal road network nationwide, particularly in the East Coast region,” he told reporters after the project’s handover ceremony here today.

Nanta said the RM195 million project was implemented through the Public Works Department’s internal conventional method, meeting both the scheduled timeline and the required engineering standards.

He said the upgraded stretch completes the connection to the route from Kota Bharu to Pekan Melor, which had previously been upgraded to a four-lane dual carriageway of R5 standard.

“This route is a vital artery in the land transport system, linking key areas in Kelantan and Terengganu.

“It is expected to ease traffic congestion in the district while serving as an enabler to improve regional connectivity, speed up daily commutes, encourage social activities, and boost the local economy,” he said, adding that the FT003 route will be extended by another six kilometres to Pasir Puteh at a cost of RM169 million soon.

He said roads are a symbol of progress, a link between communities, and a catalyst for sustainable regional development.

“This is what is meant by the MADANI principle, building infrastructure that not only functions but also benefits the people’s lives, bridges development gaps, and reflects a deep sense of responsibility for the well-being and unity of the people,” he said.

Meanwhile, Nanta denied claims that went viral on social media that motorcyclists would be charged tolls starting in October.

“Do not spread such false claims, as they can affect the people. We have never proposed such a measure, and the reports circulating on social media are incorrect,” he added.

-- BERNAMA