Swift action by Federal, Kedah govts needed to protect Ulu Muda, says PWSC CEO


Penang Water Supply Corporation (PBAPP) chief executive officer Datuk Jaseni Maidinsa delivering his talk at Wawasan Open University in George Town, Penang. Star pic by ASRI ABDUL GHANI / The Star / October 02, 2018.

GEORGE TOWN (Bernama): The Penang Water Supply Corporation  (PWSC) is calling on the Federal and Kedah governments to act swiftly to guarantee the safety of the Ulu Muda water catchment area.

PWSC chief executive officer Datuk Jaseni Maidinsa (pic) said proper legislation, strict enforcement and fair compensation to Kedah was needed to keep Ulu Muda safe in perpetuity.

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