LATE last week, it was said that a stretch along Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman (Jalan TAR) would be a car-free road on Sundays. Is this true?
Verdict:
TRUE
Last Friday (Aug 26), Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) said that the road would be closed to vehicular traffic from the intersection of Jalan Esfahan to Jalan Melayu from 6am to midnight.
“As a trial period, this area in the middle of the city will be pedestrianised every Sunday. Visitors to Jalan TAR and the surrounding areas are advised to use public transport to avoid traffic congestion,” DBKL said in a statement.
It added that this was part of its efforts to make Kuala Lumpur a low-carbon city.
DBKL also said that various programmes have been planned along the pedestrian zone, known for its textile and clothing shops, including live performances (buskers), art exhibitions and traditional sports events.
The area will be decorated with street furniture and spaces for visitors to rest and take pictures.
Deputy Federal Territories Minister Datuk Seri Jalaluddin Alias had previously told the Dewan Negara on Aug 11 that DBKL was also studying proposals to do the same at a stretch between Jalan Pudu and Jalan Bukit Bintang.
