Sinkhole prevention: Works Ministry sets guidelines for utility installation on federal roads

KUALA LUMPUR: The Works Ministry has established guidelines for installing utilities along federal roads to prevent land subsidence incidents caused by leaking pipes, the Dewan Rakyat was told.

Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said that the installation of utilities within federal road reserves must comply with the guidelines and technical requirements set by the Public Works Department.