KUCHING: The people of Kampung Bintangor Ragup are very glad that Sungai Bintangor Bridge at Jalan Datuk Ajibah Abol is being upgraded.
The project which started at the end of last year will improve traffic flow and serve as an alternative route for many people in and around the area.
Many of the residents are confident that the development would bring about socio-economic benefits.
Others are just proud of the bridge as it would be a concrete sign of development and a major landmark in Satok area.
Other development projects have been implemented in and around the village and the bridge is one which would definitely speed up the movement of vehicular traffic.
It is expected that among those who will benefit from the development are those in the tourism sector because the area happens to be attractive to tourists from outside Sarawak.
As for the locals, they would surely appreciate the bridge as it would ease travel to nearby villages as well as ease their commute to and from other parts of the city.
Isah Ojeh, 62
“The new bridge will greatly help connect all the villages in the area. It will also help attract more tourists. We are therefore grateful for the development.”
Zaleha Hamid, 75
“It is a much welcomed upgrade to the existing bridge. We are glad that our demand has been met by the government.”
Rakawi Sirat, 58
“I welcome this initiative by the state government. It gives me a sense of pride and joy. The area is a tourist stopover location which should help boost the socio-economic activities of the villagers.”
Amnah Mohd Jamali, 54
“I am happy that the new bridge will be built as it will benefit the people in terms of being well-linked to other parts of the city. I am grateful to the government for taking care of our village.”
