Traffic congestion in Kapit shows devt reaching rural areas
KUCHING: The state government will continue to intensify efforts to ensure the rural areas of Sarawak are equipped with basic infrastructure and facilities. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state government carried out a holistic approach to development whereby 70 per cent of allocations were channelled to rural areas. “We have received […]
Govt-private sector collaboration crucial for progress
LAWAS: The progress in Sarawak necessitates a strong partnership and collaboration between the state government and private sectors. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Sarawak has set up the Northern Region Development Agency (NRDA) which prioritises basic infrastructure like roads, water and electricity supply, internet connectivity – these developments are crucial […]
Have a heart; provide OKU-friendly facilities
KUCHING: Building designers and authorities who issue occupation permits (OPs) should put themselves in the shoes of persons with disabilities (OKU) when it comes to accessibility in terms of infrastructure and facilities. “If the infrastructure and facilities do not cater to the needs of OKU, then they will lead a very different kind of life […]
Making rural folk comfortable
BALINGIAN: The state government is giving priority to basic infrastructure in rural areas to ensure that the people live in comfort. Citing the Rumah Ding and Rumah Jingap road upgrading project as an example, Balingian assemblyman Abdul Yakub Arbi added that the project reflected the state government’s concern for the rural folk. He was speaking […]
State initiative to rural development
SEBUYAU: The state government is developing the rural areas under its own initiative to provide basic infrastructures such as roads, water and electricity supplies. Utilities Minister Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom explained that such services were previously under the jurisdiction of the federal Ministry of Rural Development and hence, rural dwellers had to wait […]
