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New Straits Times
7 hours ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Anwar meets developers over vertical schools in Madani township
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has met with developers of the Residensi Aman Madani project to discuss the construction of vertical schools to meet the needs of the area's growing population. He said he had also proposed linking the school to the residential blocks via a pedestrian bridge. "Following the launch of Residensi Aman Madani, I convened a meeting with the developer, together with the relevant ministries and agencies, to discuss the provision of a vertical school within the area. "Although there is a nearby primary school, its limited capacity makes it necessary to build a new school to cater to the expanding population," he said in a statement on Facebook today. The prime minister also assured that the new school would be open to all residents and equipped with a preschool, surau, clinic and security centre, all of which will be built in the near future. He said these facilities were designed to ensure residents' comfort and convenience. On Aug 6, Anwar had questioned the developer of Residensi Wilayah Aman Lumayan – part of the Madani government's affordable housing scheme – over the lack of schools in the vicinity. The following day, the developer, Danau Lumayan Sdn Bhd, said that the project had obtained all necessary approvals and complied with regulatory requirements, including access to public amenities such as schools. It said eight schools had been identified within the surrounding area, with at least one located within walking distance of the project site.
The Star
5 days ago
- Business
- The Star
A lesson for housing developers
KUALA LUMPUR: The developer and contractor of a housing project were caught by surprise when Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim called them out during a groundbreaking ceremony and asked if a school was part of the plan. The developer of Residensi Aman Madani in Bandar Tasik Permaisuri, Danau Lumayan Sdn Bhd, and its turnkey contractor Pesona Metro Holdings Bhd were taken aback by the turn of events. The Prime Minister had stopped short midway into his speech and asked them if the housing project had preschools and a school in its vicinity. Anwar said parents should not have to travel far to send their children to school. 'We should not build houses without schools nearby. Projects should be monitored directly to ensure this concept is adhered to. If we want to be responsible leaders, we must act on the people's complaints,' he said. 'We must uphold integrity. Do not approve projects slowly just because we claim to be 'clean'. Being clean also means being efficient. Corruption and commissions must be eradicated,' the Prime Minister added. He said if there are no existing schools nearby, then there must be dedicated vertical schools (for the community). 'Next Monday, the developers, contractors, the Federal Territories Minister and project planners must brief me on where the schools and preschools are located. 'We need both primary and secondary schools. If there are no schools nearby, at least one block in the area must be allocated for educational purposes. 'A second block should be reserved until all conditions are met. 'If we want vertical schools, we must ensure proper facilities and planning,' said Anwar. The Prime Minister also noted that many urban parents earn between RM2,000 and RM3,000 a month. 'I've instructed that kindergartens be located within buildings. 'If not, this needs to be corrected by the city planners. 'The goal is to allow parents to work peacefully, knowing their children are safe nearby,' he said. Anwar also said he appreciated the city's efforts to build more stalls for small traders, as about 85% of residents buy from these small stalls. 'We shouldn't neglect them while building tall luxury towers. 'Let's not only beautify the city but also support everyday livelihoods,' he added. Residensi Aman Madani will provide 3,500 housing units, with each unit measuring 900sq ft in size and priced at RM300,000. The affordable housing project, with a gross development value of approximately RM1.01bil, will be known as Residensi Wilayah Aman Lumayan. The project, which comprises three phases, will be fully completed within five years. Also present at the event were Dr Zaliha Mustafa, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department and Bandar Tun Razak MP Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, who is also the Prime Minister's wife. Dr Zaliha said unchecked urbanisation could lead to the 'hollowing out' of city centres where low-income residents are systematically pushed out due to market pressure, eroding the city's social character. 'Kuala Lumpur, with nearly two million people in an area of only 240sq km, has a density of over 8,100 people per square kilometre. 'Behind this rising number lies a growing spatial gap between the city centre and its residents. 'This spatial inequality forces key city workers – public servants, technicians, nurses, small traders and others – to live far from their workplaces, commuting two to three hours daily. 'This affects the cost of living, productivity and their family well-being,' she said. Dr Zaliha also said that with urban housing units being increasingly unaffordable to the middle and lower-income groups, there will be a lack of fair wealth distribution. 'Kuala Lumpur should no longer be a city exclusive to the affluent. 'In our push for affordable housing, I've stressed to the Federal Territories Department and Kuala Lumpur City Council (DBKL) that all projects must meet quality standards, ensure access to utilities, healthcare and education, and include well-designed public spaces,' she added.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Large housing projects must include schools, preschools
CHERAS: All large-scale housing projects involving at least 3,500 residential units must include educational infrastructure such as schools and kindergartens to meet the needs of the local community, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today. He said proper urban planning must move beyond constructing buildings and instead focus on ensuring access to essential services — particularly for low-income families — such as education, healthcare, childcare, and green spaces. 'Public housing should not be seen solely as a shelter. We are not just constructing houses — we're developing communities,' Anwar said. He added that projects located far from existing schools must allocate a dedicated block for a vertical school, and that every new development must include a preschool within the building. 'These are clear instructions. If these conditions are not met, the project cannot proceed in full,' he said during the groundbreaking ceremony of the Residensi Aman Madani project in Bandar Sri Permaisuri today. Also present at the event were Bandar Tun Razak MP Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail and Federal Territories Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa. Anwar also questioned whether the project had sufficient space allocated for a kindergarten, noting that many urban families earning RM2,000 to RM3,000 a month are forced to send their children to distant facilities. 'I've directed that kindergartens be incorporated within the building. If they aren't already planned, this needs to be corrected,' he said. To ensure compliance, Anwar has summoned the developer, the Kuala Lumpur mayor, and relevant authorities to meet him next Monday with an updated layout. 'It won't take long — just 10 minutes. Show me where the school, the kindergarten, the preschool area, and the healthcare block are,' he said. He stressed that all developments of this scale must be planned with infrastructure such as schools, preschools, clinics, and recreational areas in place from the outset. 'This is what the Madani framework is about — proper planning, not just building for the sake of building,' he said. The Residensi Aman Madani project is part of the government's broader housing agenda under the Madani initiative, which prioritises affordability, livability, and inclusivity. As part of the project, 18 Gerai Penjaja Madani units will also be built to support local entrepreneurs and micro-enterprises. Anwar said small traders and hawker stalls must not be sidelined in favour of large commercial outlets. '85% of people in Kuala Lumpur eat at small stalls and warungs. Only 15% go to high-end restaurants,' he said. 'We're not against upscale eateries, but city planning must reflect the needs of the majority.' He criticised the poor state of many hawker stalls — some with leaking roofs and inadequate amenities — despite their vital role in urban life and the economy. 'Our focus can't just be on gleaming towers. We must also uplift the small businesses that matter to ordinary people.' Anwar concluded by reiterating that public housing projects will not be approved unless they clearly incorporate community needs and are implemented with transparency. 'City planning must be free from corruption and focused on the real needs of the people — food, education, healthcare, transport, and public space.'
The Star
5 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Kuala Lumpur must not be a city only for the rich, says Federal Territories Minister
KUALA LUMPUR: Unchecked urbanisation could 'hollow out' city centres and push out low-income residents due to market pressure, says Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories), Dr Zaliha Mustafa ( pic ). She warned that failure to address this issue will worsen economic inequality and mobility, creating a city only for the rich and eroding the city's social character. Dr Zaliha made these remarks in her opening speech at the groundbreaking ceremony of Residensi Aman Madani, officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in Bandar Sri Permaisuri on Wednesday (Aug 6). Also present was Bandar Tun Razak MP Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, who is also the Prime Minister's wife. 'In the Federal Territories, we have targeted 80,000 affordable units by 2028. As of today, we have achieved 73,200 units — or 91.5% of the target — comprising completed homes, homes under construction, and those with approved development orders." She noted that Kuala Lumpur, home to nearly two million people in just 240 square kilometres, now has a population density exceeding 8,100 people per square kilometre. 'Behind this rising number, however, lies a growing spatial gap between the city centre and its residents. 'This spatial inequality forces key city workers — public servants, technicians, nurses, small traders, and more — to live far from their workplaces, commuting two to three hours daily. This affects the cost of living, productivity, and ultimately, their family well-being.' She added that as urban housing becomes increasingly unaffordable to middle- and lower-income groups, the city risks losing fair wealth distribution. 'Residensi Aman Madani is part of this initiative — offering 3,500 housing units, each 900 square feet. Despite a gross development value of RM1 billion, each unit is sold at only RM300,000 — made possible through strategic cooperation between the government, local authorities, and developers. 'This project is strategically located near hospitals, schools, and the upcoming MRT3 line. It will reduce commute times, giving families more quality time. Parents can send their children to nearby schools and return home earlier, without having to commute daily from Semenyih, Rawang, or Nilai.' She emphasised that Kuala Lumpur should no longer be a city exclusive to the affluent. 'We envision a unifying city, not a divisive one. But even in our push for affordable housing, I've stressed to the Federal Territories Department and Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) that all projects must meet quality standards, ensure access to utilities, healthcare, education, and include well-designed public spaces.' Dr Zaliha said Residensi Aman Madani also incorporates hawker stalls for micro-entrepreneurs, rainwater harvesting systems, and solar panel installations — making it one of the most sustainable housing projects aligned with the ministry's 'CHASE City' vision. CHASE City, which stands for Clean, Healthy, Advanced, Safe and Eco-Friendly, is an urban transformation plan under the Federal Territories Department launched earlier this year.
