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The MADANI Government has committed to seeking an audience with the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, to address concerns raised by the Ruler regarding escalating costs and implementation delays affecting the LRT3 Shah Alam Line project.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will formally open the Light Rail Transit Line 3 Shah Alam extension this Sunday, ahead of the service's commencement on Monday, expanding the Klang Valley's public transport capacity.
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Malaysia's national railway operator KTMB has expanded ETS train services specifically for Johor voters participating in an upcoming electoral process, with ticket bookings opening immediately.
A Johor legislator has criticised the Transport Ministry's handling of the Johor Elevated Autonomous Rapid Transit project, warning that unresolved delays could trigger severe congestion when the Rapid Transit System launches.
Johor's Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz emphasises the Elevated Autonomous Rapid Transit project as vital infrastructure to tackle anticipated traffic congestion when the Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link launches next year.