RM4bil Kota Madani set for groundbreaking as Putrajaya's next model township
PUTRAJAYA: The groundbreaking ceremony for the 41.28-hectare Kota Madani development in Precinct 19, Putrajaya, will take place this Thursday, marking the start of a visionary project aimed at redefining urban living in Malaysia's administrative capital.
Envisioned as a people-centric township, the RM4 billion project will integrate essential public services, including education, healthcare, public safety, and financial institutions, within walkable residential neighbourhoods to enhance accessibility and quality of life.
Malaysian Institute of Planners president Datin Mazrina Abdul Khalid said the township's masterplan draws inspiration from Malaysia's architectural heritage, merging cultural identity with modern urban design to create a distinctive living environment.
She said the development will be guided by the CHASE vision, which aspires to transform Malaysia's Federal Territories into urban environments that are Clean, Healthy, Advanced, Safe, and Eco-friendly. This framework emphasises sustainable urban planning and aims to elevate residents' quality of life through inclusive, future-ready infrastructure and environmentally responsible practices.
"Kota Madani goes beyond conventional housing. It is a forward-looking model for smart, sustainable, and inclusive development," she said at a briefing today.
The development will feature advanced digital infrastructure, green mobility systems, and the integration of artificial intelligence to support low-carbon, efficient urban living. The plan includes about 10,000 high-density vertical housing units, designed to accommodate up to 35,000 residents.
Additional infrastructure such as a health clinic, fire station, police station, and mosque will be built within close proximity to residential zones, reinforcing the township's self-contained and community-focused concept.
Mazrina noted that the project will feature government quarters and incorporate green elements, including energy-efficient initiatives, which form the core foundation of the Kota Madani development.
According to her, Kota Madani will be delivered in three phases, with Phase 1 comprising around 3,000 residential units and a high-rise school, targeted for completion and full operation by the end of 2027.
Aligned with the national MADANI vision, Kota Madani is poised to strengthen Putrajaya's role as a world-class, inclusive, and future-ready city built on values of sustainability, well-being, and innovation.
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