SUNGAI SIPUT: Heads of local authorities have been instructed to go down to the ground every week to check that drains are properly maintained to prevent flash floods given the coming monsoon season, says Nga Kor Ming.
The Local Government Development Minister said a total of RM20mil has been allocated to 155 local councils nationwide to ensure that the main drains in cities and towns across Malaysia are in proper condition.
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