Over RM1.6b allocated for riverside water reservoirs in Johor

More than RM1.6 billion has been allocated to construct riverside water reservoirs (Taps) along three rivers in Johor to boost the state’s water supply.

Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi said this is particularly as the industrial sector continues to expand due to the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).

“To ensure the sustainability of water supply, several short-, medium-, and long-term initiatives are being and will be implemented. These include the rezoning and construction of Taps in Sungai Johor, Sungai Pontian Besar, and Sungai Sedili Besar.

“Johor and the federal government are committed to ensuring that water supply and flood mitigation projects are carried out efficiently for the well-being of Bangsa Johor,” he said in a Facebook post.

Onn Hafiz (above) also expressed his gratitude to Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof, who is also the energy transition and water transformation minister, for receiving the Johor government delegation in Putrajaya to discuss water supply issues and flood mitigation projects in the state.

The menteri besar also said that project proposals for Johor under the 13th Malaysia Plan, covering almost all districts in the state, were also presented at the meeting.

“Among them are flood mitigation projects in Segamat, Muar, Tangkak, Batu Pahat, Johor Bahru, and Kota Tinggi to enhance the effectiveness of the flood management system and reduce disaster risks,” he said.

According to him, the Johor government would not compromise in ensuring that the state’s development remained sustainable and resilient.

“Therefore, close cooperation with the federal government will continue to be strengthened to ensure all flood mitigation and water infrastructure projects are completed on schedule, providing maximum benefits to the people,” he added.

- Bernama

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