Sultan takes four-wheel drive to view Raub encroached land

Pahang ruler Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah today visited land in Raub, which has been encroached upon by durian plantations.

His Highness personally drove a four-wheel drive vehicle to the hilly, sloping location at Batu 3 Sungai Ruan-Sungai Klau.

He was accompanied by his son, the Tengku Mahkota of Pahang, Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah.

Sultan Abdullah acknowledged challenges faced by the authorities, but emphasised that enforcement must continue and be intensified.

“I was shocked when I was informed that 10,521ha of land in Raub had been encroached upon... I want the state government to be firm on this matter.

“We must find the best solution, and as soon as possible, we cannot allow this activity, not only in Raub but also throughout Pahang.

“The next action is for all parties to work together; we cannot allow this illegal activity to continue. Any party wishing to apply for land ownership should follow the proper channels and adhere to the stipulated procedures,” he said when met by reporters at the location.

Also present were Pahang Menteri Besar Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail, state secretary Nazri Abu Bakar, and state police chief Yahaya Othman.

Firm direction

The sultan said enforcement against land encroachment reflects the government’s firm direction in managing land affairs in the state in a more organised manner.

“We are working to resolve this issue in stages, it cannot be done all at once. It is quite complex, at least we now have a clear direction.

“If left unchecked, this encroachment problem will persist. Appropriate actions will be taken and harsher penalties will be imposed,” said His Highness.

The ruler also expressed regret over the state of Cameron Highlands, particularly in the Bertam Valley area, which he described as having become a “plastic forest”.

“I often go there, and every time I fly over Bertam Valley, I feel saddened. What used to be a forest now appears as a plastic forest... We will examine the situation and take appropriate follow-up,” said His Highness.

Earlier, Sultan Abdullah was briefed by the head of the Pahang Enforcement Unit, Saifullah Muhammad Ali, about enforcement actions that have been implemented and those planned for encroached areas.

- Bernama

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