Bas.My Kuching service now covers Batu Kawa to boost urban connectivity
Kong (right) rides along on the Bas.My Kuching service following its launch.
KUCHING (May 30): The Bas.My Kuching service has now been extended to Batu Kawa to improve connectivity across various zones, said Michael Kong.
The Sarawak Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (LPKP) chairman said they are proud to fulfil requests from users in Batu Kawa following the successful launch of the programme's initial route.
'Starting now, six dedicated buses under the Bas.My Kuching programme will serve the Batu Kawa route, enhancing connectivity across a wide range of residential, educational, commercial and healthcare zones,' he said in a statement today.
Kong said the new route links cover residential areas namely Everbright Park, Taman Kwong Thiong, Taman Boulder Built, Tematu Hill, Taman Chungnion Villa, Jalan Field Force, Taman Desa Wira and RPR Batu Kawa; and schools – SJK Chung Hua No.4, SM Sunny Hill, SJK Chung Hua Batu Kawa and SJK Chung Hua Stapok.
He added that they also cover commercial areas namely Emart Batu Kawa, MJC Batu Kawa, Pines Square, Third Mile Market, Third Mile Commercial Centre and Batu Kawa Commercial Centre as well as hospitals – Timberland Medical Centre and Sarawak General Hospital.
According to him, the first bus from SJK Chung Hua Batu Kawa will start at 5.30am and the first bus from Saujana will run at 6.30am on weekdays.
He said the last bus on both routes will be 7.30pm.
'We have identified peak hours on weekdays between 6.30am– 8.30am and 4.30pm-7.30pm, and are increasing frequency during these times to every 30 minutes to meet anticipated demand,' he added.
Kong said they acknowledged that traffic congestion is a major issue for residents in Moyan, Malihah, Sejijak and the greater Batu Kawa area.
By offering this reliable and efficient public transport service, he hopes to provide a viable alternative to private car usage, thus easing traffic and reducing the environmental impact of urban commuting.
'This launch marks an exciting milestone in our ongoing commitment to transform and uplift the public transportation industry in Kuching and Sarawak.
'We encourage all residents of Batu Kawa to try out this new service and embrace public transport as a practical, comfortable and sustainable way to travel,' he said.
He said LPKP will continue to listen to the public's needs and expand its routes and services. Bas.My Kuching lead Michael Kong public transport
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