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Penang CM demands accountability from developer over fatal landslide
The Penang Chief Minister has called for the landowner and developer of a hillside condominium and road project to answer for a landslide that claimed lives in Paya Terubong. The incident has renewed scrutiny of construction safety practices in the state.
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Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has demanded accountability from those responsible for a residential and infrastructure development project in Paya Terubong following a fatal landslide at the site. The incident has raised serious questions about safety protocols and land management practices on steep terrain in Penang.
Chow stated that both the landowner and the developer must provide answers regarding the circumstances that led to the disaster. The landslide occurred during construction of a condominium complex and associated road works on a hillside location, prompting immediate calls for a full investigation into what went wrong.
The incident comes amid growing concerns about development projects on Penang's challenging topography, where construction on elevated land requires stringent environmental and safety measures. Authorities are expected to conduct a comprehensive review of the project's approval process and adherence to building regulations.
The state government has indicated that appropriate action will be taken following the investigation, with emphasis on preventing similar tragedies in future hillside development projects. Penang has faced multiple landslide incidents in recent years, highlighting the need for stricter enforcement of safety standards in high-risk areas.