PTKL2040 Spurs Sustainable Transportation, Transforms Urban Living
By Nurhafizah Tan
KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- Enjoying a more efficient and comfortable living space -- complete with improved infrastructure, sustainable public transport, and a vibrant social environment -- is the future vision outlined by the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) under the Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040 (PTKL2040).
In the next 15 years, city dwellers in the heart of the metropolis can expect a lifestyle where working, commuting, and relaxing all happen within walking distance, thanks to comprehensive urban planning aimed at promoting sustainable and inclusive development.
Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Seri Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif said PTKL2040 is focused on developing an integrated, people-oriented, and efficient public transportation system, making public transit the preferred mode of movement for city residents by 2040.
'This vision is further strengthened by the implementation of the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Concept, which will reshape the character of areas surrounding transit hubs, influencing land use, development intensity, and mobility patterns,' she said.
She added that TOD initiatives are designed to ensure seamless access to workplaces, homes, and community facilities while enabling smooth integration across multiple modes of transport.
"It also involves the harmonisation of ticketing and payment systems across Light Rail Transit (LRT), Mass Rapid Transit (MRT), buses and alternative transport (such as e-scooters) through a single digital platform, in addition to the creation of multimodal integration hubs in strategic areas," she told Bernama.
In line with efforts to promote active mobility, Maimunah said the capital would also be developed as a pedestrian-friendly city with features such as shaded walkways, lighting, and accessibility for wheelchairs and other mobility aids.
'To create a truly walkable city, we will expand Car-Free Zones in the city centre and heritage areas, as well as design areas around TODs with human-scale principles to make foot travel between buildings, parks and stations intuitive and safe,' she added.
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