THE Works Ministry has established guidelines for the installation of utilities along federal roads to prevent land subsidence incidents caused by leaking pipes, the Dewan Rakyat has been told.
Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the installation of utilities within federal road reserves must comply with the guidelines and technical requirements set by the Public Works Department (JKR).
“Periodic monitoring and maintenance are done by the concession company appointed by the ministry to ensure the road and drainage system is in good condition,” he said, Bernama reported.
“The ministry will also work with the relevant utility companies to ensure that federal roads maintained by JKR are safe and comfortable for road users,” he said in reply to a question from V. Ganabatirau (PH-Klang).
