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Daily Express
2 days ago
- General
- Daily Express
Rapid Rail apologises after Taiwanese man falls onto LRT tracks in Puchong
Published on: Wednesday, June 04, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jun 04, 2025 By: Malay Mail Text Size: Rapid Rail said it will fully cooperate with the authorities in the ongoing investigation and liaise with the Taiwanese embassy to ensure appropriate assistance is provided to the victim's family. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa Kuala Lumpur: Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd has said it deeply regrets the death of a Taiwanese passenger who fell onto the tracks at the Pusat Bandar Puchong LRT station earlier this evening. In a statement yesterday, Rapid Rail said it will fully cooperate with the authorities in the ongoing investigation and liaise with the Taiwanese embassy to ensure appropriate assistance is provided to the victim's family. "We apologise for the difficulties and delays caused to passengers and appreciate the public's patience and cooperation during this emergency," it said. The incident reportedly occurred at 5.54pm yesterday and involved a rescue team comprising the Fire and Rescue Department, the Royal Malaysia Police, and medical personnel from Serdang Hospital. The deceased was taken to Serdang Hospital for a post-mortem examination. Rapid Rail said train services at the stations in Bandar Puteri, Taman Perindustrian Puchong, Pusat Bandar Puchong, and IOI Puchong Jaya were disrupted due to the incident, but resumed normal operations at 8.52pm. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Malay Mail
2 days ago
- General
- Malay Mail
Rapid Rail apologises after Taiwanese man falls onto LRT tracks in Puchong
KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 — Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd has said it deeply regrets the death of a Taiwanese passenger who fell onto the tracks at the Pusat Bandar Puchong LRT station earlier this evening. In a statement yesterday, Rapid Rail said it will fully cooperate with the authorities in the ongoing investigation and liaise with the Taiwanese embassy to ensure appropriate assistance is provided to the victim's family. "We apologise for the difficulties and delays caused to passengers and appreciate the public's patience and cooperation during this emergency," it said. The incident reportedly occurred at 5.54pm yesterday and involved a rescue team comprising the Fire and Rescue Department, the Royal Malaysia Police, and medical personnel from Serdang Hospital. The deceased was taken to Serdang Hospital for a post-mortem examination. Rapid Rail said train services at the stations in Bandar Puteri, Taman Perindustrian Puchong, Pusat Bandar Puchong, and IOI Puchong Jaya were disrupted due to the incident, but resumed normal operations at 8.52pm.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Meerut to become a hub for edu, sports, culture, biz: CM
Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reviewed Meerut's integrated development plan on Monday, directing officials to ensure that all proposed 93 projects under the plan were completed as per timelines to develop the city as a hub for sports, education, culture, and commerce. The plan is being implemented to develop Meerut as a smart, clean, and sustainable city. In 2021, Meerut's population was approximately 23 lakh, which is estimated to increase to 33.5 lakh by 2041. The Chief Minister was informed that out of the 93 projects, work began on six. The approximate cost of implementing the entire plan is Rs 15,000 crore. To alleviate congestion and traffic in the city, the Chief Minister spoke about the need for local district administration, development authority, and municipal corporation to work together. He said that Meerut city should only have digital hoardings while the entire city should be brought under CCTV coverage. He added that camera footage should be accessible to the police whenever needed. To develop Meerut as an environmentally robust city, electric vehicles should be promoted, and private sector participation in city bus services should be encouraged. To realise the vision of a clean city, door-to-door waste collection should be carried out while river rejuvenation should be started. The Chief Minister suggested that drainage should be connected with natural water systems for more effective sewage treatment. The Chief Minister was informed that the development plan is based on six major themes, which include beautification of public spaces and walk-friendly arrangements, seamless movement, environmental and social amenities, industrial and residential infrastructure development, conservation of historical heritage, and redevelopment. The projects have been divided into short-term, mid-term, and long-term phases, with 41 projects to be completed within a year. The Chief Minister was updated on plans for the Delhi-Meerut Expressway, Rapid Rail, Ganga Expressway, Dedicated Freight Corridor, Western Ring Road, Internal Ring Road, smart roads, redevelopment of major intersections, and development of cultural sites. Other projects relate to the beautification of Sanjay Van, Surajkund, theme parks, ponds, and historical sites. The Chief Minister said that local parks should be better maintained, and places like Sanjay Van and Victoria Park should be made vibrant. He emphasised the importance of constructing the Meerut Mandapam for events, stating that it would give the city a new identity for cultural activities. In the area of road connectivity, the CM highlighted the utility of the 52-km long Western Ring Road and the Inner Ring Road from Vedvyaspuri to Lohianagar for smooth connectivity. There was also a detailed discussion on plans for widening roads like the proposed internal ring road on the Abu Nala First track, regional connectivity routes, Meerut–Parikshitgarh road, Daurala–Masuri, Rohta, and Garh road.
New Straits Times
18-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
8 upgraded lifts at 5 monorail stations now fully operational
KUALA LUMPUR: Eight lifts at five monorail stations are now fully operational after undergoing upgrades and passing safety inspections by the relevant government agencies. Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd (Rapid Rail), in a statement today, said the stations involved were Imbi, Maharajalela and Medan Tuanku, each with two lifts, while Hang Tuah and Raja Chulan had one lift each. It said that the upgrade was carried out to provide greater comfort and accessibility for all users, especially the elderly, persons with disabilities and families with young children or using baby strollers. "The remaining eight lifts and one escalator at six other stations are currently undergoing final commissioning tests and the process of obtaining lifting machine permits, and are expected to be fully completed by the end of May 2025," the statement said. Rapid Rail said the upgrade was part of a RM12.6 million allocation covering various improvement initiatives at 11 monorail stations, including the installation of automatic platform door systems and platform lifts for wheelchairs, which have been in operation since December 2024, as well as repair works on lifts and escalators. According to the statement, the monorail service saw an average of 57,000 passengers per day in 2024, marking an eight percent increase from 52,000 daily passengers the previous year. "This increase marks a continued recovery and positive growth in the use of public transport in the capital. "It also reflects growing user confidence, with the monorail once again becoming the preferred mode of transport for city residents' daily commute," it said. Therefore, Rapid Rail said user-friendly lift facilities were essential to ensure smooth passenger movement at the stations and to provide a safer and more comfortable travel experience for all. In the same statement, Prasarana Malaysia Berhad Group chief operating officer Amir Hamdan expressed hope that the lift facilities would be well utilised with priority given to those in need.
The Sun
18-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
8 upgraded lifts at five monorail stations now fully operational
KUALA LUMPUR: Eight lifts at five monorail stations are now fully operational after undergoing upgrades and passing safety inspections by the relevant government agencies. Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd (Rapid Rail), in a statement today, said the stations involved were Imbi, Maharajalela and Medan Tuanku, each with two lifts, while Hang Tuah and Raja Chulan had one lift each. It said that the upgrade was carried out to provide greater comfort and accessibility for all users, especially the elderly, persons with disabilities and families with young children or using baby strollers. 'The remaining eight lifts and one escalator at six other stations are currently undergoing final commissioning tests and the process of obtaining lifting machine permits, and are expected to be fully completed by the end of May 2025,' the statement said. Rapid Rail said the upgrade was part of a RM12.6 million allocation covering various improvement initiatives at 11 monorail stations, including the installation of automatic platform door systems and platform lifts for wheelchairs, which have been in operation since December 2024, as well as repair works on lifts and escalators. According to the statement, the monorail service saw an average of 57,000 passengers per day in 2024, marking an eight percent increase from 52,000 daily passengers the previous year. 'This increase marks a continued recovery and positive growth in the use of public transport in the capital. 'It also reflects growing user confidence, with the monorail once again becoming the preferred mode of transport for city residents' daily commute,' it said. Therefore, Rapid Rail said user-friendly lift facilities were essential to ensure smooth passenger movement at the stations and to provide a safer and more comfortable travel experience for all. In the same statement, Prasarana Malaysia Berhad Group chief operating officer Amir Hamdan expressed hope that the lift facilities would be well utilised with priority given to those in need. 'Rapid Rail will continue to be committed to providing an efficient, accessible, and inclusive public transport system for all,' he said.
