Women-only MRT coaches have led to fewer harassment complaints, says Loke


PETALING JAYA: Since the MRT Women's Coach was introduced on the MRT Kajang line in September, complaints of sexual harassment have been on a downtrend, says Anthony Loke.

The Transport Minister said the pilot project was aimed at improving comfort and ensuring the safety of female passengers as well as preventing them from becoming victims of sexual harassment.

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