MELAKA: The Melaka River and Beach Development Corporation (PPSPM) is addressing concerns over a viral video highlighting a decline in visitors to the Melaka Floating Market at Pengkalan Rama here.
PPSPM CEO Shaharul Azuar Idris said that the team is actively seeking solutions to mitigate the drop in visitors, attributed to ongoing construction work for a pedestrian bridge by the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID).
"Discussions with stakeholders have been held to identify the challenges and find effective solutions," he said in a statement on Wed (Feb 5).
Shaharul Azuar said PPSPM has introduced a 50% discount on rental fees for traders since last month until the pedestrian bridge construction is completed, as part of the efforts to reduce the burden faced by the traders.
He said that the Melaka Floating Market and Windmill Pink Market have garnered positive feedback and become popular attractions for tourists since their opening in June 2024.
"Between last June and Feb 4 of this year, the site recorded an impressive 433,215 visitors.
"However, the temporary closure of the main access route has caused a nearly 20% drop in visitor numbers," he said.
Shaharul Azuar said PPSPM has also collaborated with DID to create a temporary access route for visitors, with completion of the project expected by Feb 7.
"This measure aims to ensure business continuity and prevent losses for traders.
"Additionally, PPSPM plans to relocate the Windmill Pink Market to a more strategic and comfortable location to enhance visitor experience," he added.
