RM2.5mil drainage project brings hope to 1,000 flood weary villagers in Kota Baru
Kelantan Public Works Department director Nik Soh Nik Yaacoub said the two-phase project involved upgrading the drainage system in several villages, including Kampung Kota and Kampung Wakaf Sena.
He said the first phase, which began in April, costs RM772,900 and spans 700m, from Kampung Kota to Kampung Gaung.
"It is expected to be completed by mid-July. We hope it will resolve the issue of stagnant floodwaters which have long troubled villagers."
Speaking after visiting the project in Kampung Kota today, Nik Soh said the second phase, which costs about RM1.7 million, involved regular maintenance and further infrastructure improvements.
Deputy executive councillor for public works, infrastructure, water and rural development Saizol Ismail thanked the federal government for implementing the project.
He said villagers in the area have endured floods for 20 years, primarily caused by damaged drainage structures.
"We hope this project will be completed before the next monsoon season."
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