KOTA KINABALU: The lively atmosphere at the Lintasan Deasoka Ramadan Bazaar here, bustling with traders and visitors every evening, returns to calm and quiet once operations end at around 7.30pm.
A team of cleaning workers from the Solid Waste Management Department of Kota Kinabalu City Hall (DBKK) then takes over the area, diligently sweeping and collecting various types of rubbish and plastic scattered around the site.
Though largely unnoticed by the public, their role is crucial in maintaining the city’s image, with every corner of the bazaar thoroughly cleaned through careful planning and dedication throughout Ramadan.
Cleaning supervisor Wilson Kondo said that maintaining cleanliness at the bazaar is not merely routine work, but requires planning, commitment and adherence to schedules set throughout Ramadan to ensure operations run smoothly and systematically.
“Cleaning at the Ramadan bazaar here (Lintasan Deasoka) is carried out before operations begin and after they end.
“There is also follow-up cleaning,” he said, as reported by Bernama.
He added that post-bazaar cleaning is among the most challenging phases, especially when it involves large volumes of waste.
“Only after traders dismantle their tents can we carry out full cleaning.
“The duration depends on the conditions on the ground. If there is a lot of rubbish, it naturally takes longer.
“In addition, vehicles moving in and out to transport goods also make the work more difficult,” he said.
Another worker, Marcella Felix, said cleaning tasks can usually be completed within 30 minutes.
“The second round of cleaning is around 7.30pm. At that time, the work can usually be completed quickly thanks to teamwork,” he added.
