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Selangor halts Puncak Alam development, accelerates flood defences
The Selangor State Executive Council has ordered an immediate freeze on all development works in Puncak Alam while prioritising faster implementation of flood mitigation measures in the flood-prone area.
LSN Malaysia ·
SHAH ALAM — The Selangor state government has suspended all development activities in Puncak Alam effective immediately, citing the need to expedite flood management infrastructure in the district.
The State Executive Council's decision comes as authorities seek to address recurring flooding issues that have affected the area. The freeze on development works is intended to clear obstacles and allow faster deployment of flood mitigation measures without competing resource demands.
State officials have directed relevant agencies to prioritise the implementation of flood prevention and management systems in Puncak Alam. The acceleration of these measures is expected to strengthen the district's resilience against flooding while reducing disruption to residents and critical infrastructure.
The suspension applies to all development projects within the designated area, with authorities indicating that normal development activities may resume once adequate flood mitigation infrastructure is in place. Local residents and developers have been advised to cooperate with the state government during this interim period.