BDA contributes RM1mln zakat to Baitulmal Sarawak
BINTULU: The Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) handed over a business tithe (zakat) amounting to RM1 million for the financial year ending in 2023 to the Tabung Baitulmal Sarawak (TBS). A brief handover ceremony was held at the office of the Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg at Wisma Bapa, Petra Jaya, on […]
Community-focused services through strategic investments
BINTULU: The Bintulu Development Board (BDA) is committed to playing a role as a government agency that supports the wishes and aspirations of the people here towards realising the vision of making the town a model of inclusion, habitability and sustainability. Its general manager, Datuk Muhammad Yakup Kari said BDA aimed to attain the mission […]
Progress continues on Bintulu’s Homeless Transit Centre construction
BINTULU: The construction of the Homeless Transit Centre (TTG) near the Sebiew River Bridge is advancing smoothly, with Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) chief executive officer Datuk Muhamad Yakup Kari announcing a 30 per cent completion progress. The project is anticipated to be fully completed by the end of this year, according to him. He mentioned […]
Upgrading of market in the pipeline
BINTULU: Pasar Tamu Bintulu here will be upgraded to ensure more conducive environment for the traders and customers in doing the trading and buying activities. Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming said he had heard the complaints voiced by local traders and customers. “Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) officials have conducted a survey to upgrade […]
Consumer group visits BDA general manager
BINTULU: The National Consumer Action Council (MTPN) Bintulu Branch recently paid a courtesy visit to the general manager of the Bintulu Development Board (BDA), Datuk Muhammad Yakub Kari. The delegation was led by the MTPN Bintulu Branch chairman Chiong Ying Ying and was received by Muhammad Yakub and his senior officers. Following the meeting, both […]
International Kite Festival returns after 4 years
BINTULU: The Bintulu International Kite Festival (BIKF) has returned for its 16th edition after a four-year break caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Bintulu Development Authority’s (BDA) deputy chairman, Datuk Haidar Khan Asghar Khan, said the BIKF has been a symbol of Bintulu pride since its inception in 2005. “The festival stands out on BDA’s yearly […]
Kite festival back after three years
MIRI: The 16th Borneo International Kite Festival (BIKF) 2023 to be held from Sept 27 to Oct 1 at the Bintulu Old Airport is expected to draw 40 participants including those from abroad, after being postponed for three years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) general manager Datu Muhamad Yakup […]
BDA to have expanded role
BINTULU: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has proposed for the role of the Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) to be expanded. According to Minister for Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom, he has discussed with the Premier on a proposal to establish an agency similar to […]
Bintulu Division needs second hospital
BINTULU: Bintulu Division needs a second hospital due to the increase in population and economic activities in the city. Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said that the existing hospital was not suitable for expansion due to the land and topography factors. Dr Sim, who is also the Minister of Public Health, Housing […]
Bintulu Development Authority supports reducing plastic pollution
BINTULU: The Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) supports Malaysia’s Roadmap Towards Zero Single-Use Plastics 2018-2030. BDA general manager Datuk Muhammad Yakup Kari said BDA sees the initiative as comprehensive and needs the cooperation of many. “Therefore, an action needs to be taken to guide the public to be more prudent in the use of plastic bags.” […]
