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Part of Jalan Raja to close temporarily for public space revamp
The trial closure will affect the stretch of road in front of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, from the Jalan Tun Perak junction to the Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman intersection. (Bernama pic)
PETALING JAYA : Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) will temporarily close part of Jalan Raja from June 9 to 15 as part of a pilot initiative to improve public spaces in the city centre.
DBKL said the closure is part of its broader effort to create a more liveable, pedestrian-friendly, and well-organised city centre.
Officials say the move will create a safer, more accessible space for pedestrians, particularly families, children, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities (OKU).
The trial closure will affect the stretch of road in front of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, from the Jalan Tun Perak junction to the Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman intersection, DBKL said in a statement.
During this period, inbound vehicles on Jalan Raja will still be allowed to turn right into Jalan Tun Perak, but vehicles from Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman and Jalan Tun Perak will not be allowed to enter Jalan Raja.
To assist road users, DBKL will deploy directional signage and enforcement personnel throughout the trial.
Public transport routes will also be affected, with temporary changes to GO-KL, RapidKL, and the Hop On-Hop Off bus services.
Commuters are advised to check with the respective public transport operators for the latest updates on affected routes and stops.
In the statement, DBKL also envisioned the historic Dataran Merdeka area being revitalised as a dynamic hub for arts, culture, and social activities, while providing new opportunities for local traders, creative entrepreneurs, and the tourism sector.
'By reducing traffic congestion and enhancing human interaction in the heart of the city, Kuala Lumpur can move toward becoming a more inclusive and balanced metropolis with a strong identity,' DBKL said.
To gather public feedback on the initiative, DBKL has launched an online public survey which is accessible via this link –
Responses will be reviewed and considered in shaping the direction of any long-term implementation.
