Experts hail plan to close Jalan Bukit Bintang to traffic


The intersection of Jalan Bukit Bintang and Jalan Sultan Ismail is particularly busy. Closing off Jalan Bukit Bintang would impact traffic on surrounding roads. — YAP CHEE HONG/The Star

PUBLIC transport users and experts have lauded the proposed pedestrianisation of Jalan Bukit Bintang in Kuala Lumpur.

The proposal will see a key section of the street – from Pavilion Kuala Lumpur to Jalan Pudu – closed to vehicular traffic to reduce congestion.

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