JOHOR BARU: The government has allocated RM350.6mil this year for 38 state development and maintenance projects across Johor to improve public services and drive economic growth.
Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan said the allocation covers 24 state building maintenance projects, 10 state road projects, and four state building projects currently being implemented throughout the state.
“The implementation of these projects reflects the government’s commitment to providing better infrastructure and public facilities while ensuring the well-being of the people continues to be prioritised,” he said during a visit to the Johor Public Works Department (JKR) headquarters here yesterday.
Among the projects being undertaken is the RM8mil rebuilding of a deteriorated building at SK Taman Sri Pulai.
The project involves the construction of a new four-storey block comprising 10 classrooms, a music room, a sports room and a co-curricular activities room.
The project also includes the construction of a pump house, refuse chamber and assembly pavilion.
“According to project information provided by JKR, the project has reached 92% physical completion and is expected to be completed by this Sept 12,” he said.
On a separate note, Ahmad urged the government for further studies on the use of the Modular Precast System (MPS) in government construction projects, saying the technology has the potential to improve efficiency in the sector.
“MPS, which uses prefabricated components assembled on-site, could offer faster construction times and stronger structures compared with the Industrialised Building System (IBS), which is currently in use in many government projects.
“MPS is like assembling Lego blocks. The components are manufactured beforehand and can be installed quickly on-site, resulting in stronger and more durable structures,” he said.
Ahmad added that the system could potentially be adopted for the construction of low-cost housing, schools and community halls, subject to further studies on its effectiveness and cost efficiency.
