Deputy Minister urges safety, utility fixes on Bintulu-Miri section of Pan Borneo Highway

Borneo Post

3 days ago

: Majang (third right) together with Nanta (fourth right) and other guests giving their thumbs up to the Sarawak Pan Borneo Highway cleanliness campaign.
BINTULU (Aug 18): Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Port Development Dato Majang Renggi has called for urgent measures to address road safety and basic utility issues along the Bintulu-Miri section of the Pan Borneo Highway.
He highlighted that two P-turn locations at Mile 30 urgently require street lighting for motorists travelling in both directions.
'This is important to ensure the safety of road users, especially at night and during rainy weather,' Majang said during the launch of 'Jum Jaga Pan Borneo Bait-bait' campaign, at the P-Turn along the Pan Borneo Highway here, officiated by Works Minister Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi today.
The Samalaju assemblyman also raised concerns over disruptions to treated water supply for several longhouses and villages along the highway stretch.
'This problem arose due to the diversion of major water pipelines during the construction of the highway. I urge that immediate action be taken to resolve the matter,' he stressed.
Nanta later assured that necessary steps would be taken to address the issues raised, while calling on elected representative to work hand-in-hand with the Sarawak Public Works Department.
On another note, Majang said the community leaders play a crucial role as the government's eyes and ears at the grassroots level.
'All complaints, suggestions and feedback from the people must be relayed promptly to the relevant authorities so that timely action can be taken,' he said, adding that infrastructure maintenance is a shared responsibility.
He urged the public to keep roads clean, obey traffic rules and drive responsibly, stressing that even small actions can make a big difference in ensuring the safety of all highway users.
Majang also underlined the strategic importance of Samalaju, which lies within his constituency, as a driver of Sarawak's economy.
He noted that the area is home to the Kidurong Industrial Zone, Samalaju Industrial Park, and two deep-sea ports that serve as gateways linking Sarawak to international markets.
'The success of Sarawak in achieving developed region status depends heavily on efficient infrastructure, especially road connectivity in this area.
'The Pan Borneo Highway, which passes through here, has become a vital artery connecting major economic sectors, including industries in Kidurong and Samalaju,' he said.
He added that the highway also benefits other sectors such as agriculture, livestock, smallholders, as well as villagers and longhouse communities who rely on the road daily.