KUCHING: The Jalan Pasi-Tanjung Manis and Batang Rajang Bridge project is scheduled for completion in September next year.
Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the project, connecting Tanjung Manis and passing through Sarikei to Sibu, would benefit the people.
“Therefore, from Sibu to Sarikei, it will take about 40 minutes, and from Sarikei to Tanjung Manis, people can pass through the new bridge currently under construction which will be completed in September 2024.
“Once completed, the travel time between Sibu and Tanjung Manis will take just about an hour,” he said.
He said this when officiating at the Tanjung Manis Fishing Safari 2023 closing ceremony held in conjunction with Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation’s (STIDC) Golden Jubilee anniversary celebration in Tanjung Manis on today (Aug 13).
Abang Johari also said the journey from Sibu to Kuching would be shortened with the development of the coastal road network.
“Upon completion of the Batang Lupar Bridge, the estimated travel time between these locations would be about two and a half hours.
“If those traveling from Kuching to Sibu only take about two and a half hours, travellers could proceed for another hour to reach Tanjung Manis and explore the beautiful surroundings near Belawai, especially its beach,” he said.
He said the state government has approved another road construction project from Igan to Dalat.
“With this development, those travelling from Igan to Dalat and those from Sibu going to Dalat need not travel far.
“The Public Works Department (PWD) has started (works). And we will build roads from Igan to Dalat, and Dalat up to Mukah.
“This means that all areas under the Rajang Delta Development Agency (RADDA) will be connected and developed,” he said.
