800 folk join car-free day in Seri Kembangan
MORE than 800 people gathered for a car-free day in Seri Kembangan, Selangor.
Organised by Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ), the event outside South City Plaza featured a 4.3km fun run and 15km fun ride, drawing joggers, cyclists and others from around the city.
Nur Farah Yusoff was among those taking part in the fun run.
She said it was her first time attending the car-free day.
'My friends asked me to join the fun run. I did not expect the route to be that challenging, which made it more exciting.
'I hope that more will take part in such events as it is beneficial to our mental and physical health,' Nur Farah added.
(First row, from third left) Amirul Azizan, Nga, Yeo (second from right) with Wong on her left, and winners of the Design Idea Competition for Pasar Awam SK10.
The event also featured e-waste recycling and a booth offering used goods for free.
There were also demonstrations of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), public awareness exhibitions on dengue and crime prevention as well as pet adoption.
Also present were Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming, Subang Jaya mayor Datuk Amirul Azizan Abd Rahim, Puchong MP Yeo Bee Yin and Seri Kembangan assemblyman Wong Siew Ki.
Nga gave away prizes in the Design Idea Competition (DIC) for the redevelopment of Pasar Awam SK10.
First prize of RM50,000 was awarded to Moa Architects Sdn Bhd, Ky Loh Architect came in second and won RM30,000 while Spatial Factor Architects received RM15,000 for third placing.
Seven other firms were given consolation prizes of RM5,000 each.
Nga said the initiative provided an opportunity for local talent to contribute directly to the nation's development.
Participants taking part in the fun ride at MBSJ Car-Free Day at South City Plaza, Seri Kembangan.
Several roads near the mall were closed early to allow a safe, vehicle-free space for the public.
Car-free day is part of MBSJ's initiative to promote sustainable living and healthier urban lifestyles, in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
It was first introduced in 2022.
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