Langkawi to get underground dam to address water supply issues, says Sanusi


KUALA LUMPUR: The decision to build an underground dam in Langkawi has been made following an intensive study conducted by Federal Government agencies, says Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor.

He said the construction of the underground dam was one of the initiatives proposed by the National Water Research Institute of Malaysia (Nahrim) to address domestic water supply issues faced by the island's residents.

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