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Penang to rehouse 227 Kampung Manis families under Rumah MutiaraKu scheme
More than 200 families displaced from Kampung Manis in Butterworth will receive replacement homes through the state government's Rumah MutiaraKu affordable housing programme, marking progress on a long-delayed resettlement initiative.
LSN Malaysia ·
BUTTERWORTH — Authorities in Penang have confirmed that 227 families from the Kampung Manis settlement will be provided with replacement housing under the Rumah MutiaraKu programme, addressing years of uncertainty surrounding their relocation.
The resettlement initiative represents a significant commitment by the state government to provide adequate accommodation for residents affected by the Kampung Manis redevelopment project. The programme aims to ensure displaced families receive homes that meet established housing standards while maintaining affordability.
Details regarding the timeline for delivery of replacement units and specific allocation criteria for eligible families are expected to be announced by state authorities in the coming weeks. The initiative forms part of broader housing and urban development plans for the Butterworth area.
The Rumah MutiaraKu scheme has been positioned as a key component of Penang's approach to managing urban resettlement challenges while balancing development objectives with social welfare considerations. Officials have indicated that comprehensive support mechanisms will accompany the housing provision to facilitate smooth transitions for affected residents.
Photo: Aerial view of Butterworth in Seberang Perai, Penang, January 2024. HundenvonPenang via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0).