The Selangor state government announced a RM40.5 million allocation for flood mitigation projects in Petaling Jaya under the Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ) jurisdiction, aiming to tackle frequent flash floods caused by climate change and rapid urban development [1, 2]. The plan includes 39 projects focused on critical flood hotspots such as Section 51A (Jalan 223), Kampung Cempaka, and Jalan PJU 1A (FAS Tunnel) [1, 3, 2].
The funding is split between 26 immediate projects, costing around RM20.1 million to RM20.4 million, and 13 medium-term projects also budgeted between RM20.1 million and RM20.4 million [1, 2]. Immediate steps cover measures expected to be completed within six months, while medium-term projects aim for more sustainable solutions over about a year, said Datuk Izham Hashim, chairman of the Selangor Infrastructure and Agriculture Committee [2].
The projects include upgrading drainage systems, building flood walls and retention ponds, installing flood-warning systems, and carrying out river maintenance [1, 2]. MBPJ is also deploying non-infrastructure measures such as flood alarms, water level detectors, and rental relief for flood-affected traders [2].
The allocation follows intense flash floods on July 18 that affected Medan Selera 223 and surrounding Petaling Jaya areas, which intensified calls for flood mitigation action [3]. Datuk Izham said the mitigation plan is expected to reduce flood risks while improving urban readiness and resilience against climate change challenges [1].
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim confirmed on July 24 that the government has approved RM44.5 million for flood mitigation jointly funded by federal and Selangor state governments, including projects in Petaling Jaya and Damansara [4, 3]. He stressed development allocations continue to benefit opposition-held constituencies, adding, “The government has never stopped providing development allocations to opposition-held parliamentary constituencies ... It's the people who require the projects, not the MPs” [4].
State authorities are working closely with federal agencies and MBPJ to ensure the effective implementation of these flood mitigation efforts [1, 2]. The focus remains on delivering immediate flood relief measures while advancing medium-term infrastructure upgrades.
The flood mitigation projects are now underway following the joint approvals, with authorities monitoring progress to meet completion targets within the set timeframes [4, 3, 2].
