The Penang Mutiara Route Light Rail Transit (LRT) project is seen as a beneficial alternative transport option to alleviate traffic congestion and enhance urban mobility by connecting urban and suburban areas.

The LRT line, expected to run from Silicon Island to Komtar, then crossing to Penang Sentral in Seberang Perai, is also poised to boost tourism in the state, which boasts Unesco Biosphere Reserve Sites.

Transport analyst and expert Abi Sofian Abdul Hamid said the LRT network connects strategic locations...