Govt allocates RM5.5mil to upgrade Siti Khadijah Market, says PM


KOTA BHARU: The Federal Government has approved an allocation of RM5.5mil to repair and upgrade the infrastructure at the iconic Siti Khadijah Market here.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the Madani government was committed to repairing the market under the 12th Malaysia Plan as it is very much needed by the 1,500 traders at the premises.

"I approved the allocation this week and asked the Kelantan State Development director (Jasri Kasim) to look at the repairs that need to be carried out first.

"I passed by the market (and) the roof is leaking and the wiring is old. If we do not repair the market immediately, it may cause danger, such as fire and other problems,” he said.

Anwar, also the Finance Minister, said this at a meet-and-greet session with traders at the Siti Khadijah Market on Tuesday (Oct 1).- Bernama

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

Man kills younger brother, shot dead by police in Tenom
Zara's inquest resumes with child witness
Nurul Izzah refutes resignation rumours, reaffirms commitment to PKR leadership
Thunderstorm warning for four states until 10am
Driver rams multiple vehicles in wild police chase at KLIA
Results day arrives for SPM candidates
Pedalling by Penang’s pioneers
Don’t trust ‘deals too good’
RM10,000 prize for top Tamil educators
Urn theft ‘replacement offer’ sparks backlash

Others Also Read