KUALA LUMPUR: Traffic on major expressways remained smooth on the second day of the permitted interstate travel as people from Perak, Johor and Kelantan travelled to their respective destinations, said Deputy Comm Datuk Azisman Alias.
The Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) director said no major congestion was reported.
“We are monitoring the traffic situation from time to time. So far, it is under control and no major problems have occurred,” he said.
Authorities have set May 7-10 for those stranded in hometowns to make the journey back to their respective homes.
A total of 70,538 applications were approved by the police for people to return to their homes from Perak, Johor and Kelantan yesterday. On Thursday, 32,485 in Kuala Lumpur were given permission to do so as well.
“Traffic on the first day of interstate travel was smooth, especially along Jalan Duta and the Gombak toll plaza. Motorists involved in the interstate travel did so in an orderly manner,” DCP Azisman said.
While the JSPT has removed its roadblocks along the highways to facilitate the interstate movement, DCP Azisman said the department has set up seven control posts along the highways.
“The control posts function as a means for JSPT personnel to monitor traffic situation and assist if there are problems,” he added.
DCP Azisman, however, said roadblocks would be conducted by the respective state and district police contingents on federal and state roads.
“JSPT has also set up its Jam Squad to respond to any traffic congestion all over the country if and when it occurs,” he added.
He also advised motorists travelling between states to drive safely and refrain from speeding.
The Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) director said no major congestion was reported.
“We are monitoring the traffic situation from time to time. So far, it is under control and no major problems have occurred,” he said.
Authorities have set May 7-10 for those stranded in hometowns to make the journey back to their respective homes.
A total of 70,538 applications were approved by the police for people to return to their homes from Perak, Johor and Kelantan yesterday. On Thursday, 32,485 in Kuala Lumpur were given permission to do so as well.
“Traffic on the first day of interstate travel was smooth, especially along Jalan Duta and the Gombak toll plaza. Motorists involved in the interstate travel did so in an orderly manner,” DCP Azisman said.
While the JSPT has removed its roadblocks along the highways to facilitate the interstate movement, DCP Azisman said the department has set up seven control posts along the highways.
“The control posts function as a means for JSPT personnel to monitor traffic situation and assist if there are problems,” he added.
DCP Azisman, however, said roadblocks would be conducted by the respective state and district police contingents on federal and state roads.
“JSPT has also set up its Jam Squad to respond to any traffic congestion all over the country if and when it occurs,” he added.
He also advised motorists travelling between states to drive safely and refrain from speeding.
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