DBKL denies plans to remove Chinese words from Petaling Street arch

Summary

• DBKL refutes claims that there is a proposal to remove Chinese characters from the Petaling Street entrance arch signboard.

• It says the sign complies with established guidelines.

Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) denied there is a proposal to remove Chinese characters from the Petaling Street entrance arch signboard.

In a statement responding to media reports, DBKL emphasised that these allegations are untrue.

According to DBKL, the signage installed in the Petaling Street hawker centre area complies with the established guidelines and policies.

"At present, DBKL has no plans or proposals to alter or remove the Chinese characters from the signboard," it said.

DBKL also clarified that all decisions related to signage are based on the Federal Territory Advertisement By-Laws 1982, while also considering heritage, cultural aspects, and the needs of the local community.

"Any changes to signage will undergo a thorough review process.

"Therefore, DBKL advises the public not to be influenced by these baseless allegations and to refer to DBKL for accurate information."

"DBKL also remains committed to ensuring that Kuala Lumpur continues to be an inclusive city that respects cultural diversity and the heritage of all communities," it said.

Citing Kuala Lumpur Hawkers and Petty Traders Association chairperson Ang Say Tee, MCA president Wee Ka Siong earlier claimed the DBKL is mulling to remove the Chinese characters for Petaling Street from signboards in the capital city.

“According to Ang, DBKL is considering removing the three Chinese characters for Petaling Street from signage,” he said in a statement yesterday.

He said the party is against the move, and argued that it should suffice for signs to comply with existing laws.

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