Kota bharu: The Housing and Local Government Ministry (KPKT) has approved RM146.22 million for 24 infrastructure development and repair projects in Kelantan this year. Minister Nga Kor Ming stated that this allocation is part of the Fifth Rolling Plan of the 12th Malaysia Plan for 2025, with projects set to be implemented by eight agencies under the ministry.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the key projects include the construction of 855 Rumah Mesra Rakyat units valued at RM69.37 million across 14 parliamentary constituencies. The Local Government Department has earmarked RM30.58 million for 95 projects, such as slope repairs and the construction of Pasar Siti Hajar in Pasir Puteh, Pasar Besar Kuala Krai, and stalls at Pantai Cahaya Bulan.

Under the Community Wellbeing Division, RM13.95 million will be dedicated to repairing 389 homes and constructing 27 new units in urban areas. Additionally, RM12.7 million will support the development of People's Housing Projects in Pasir Mas, Ayer Lanas (Jeli), Batang Merbau (Tanah Merah), and the Residensi Rakyat Programme in Kadok (Kota Bharu).

The National Landscape Department is set to receive RM10.95 million for park upgrades in Pasir Puteh and Kota Bharu and a landscape master plan study in Machang. Furthermore, RM2.7 million is allocated for the maintenance of low-cost stratified housing, and RM1.5 million for constructing an engineering workshop for the Kelantan Fire and Rescue Department.

Meanwhile, over RM1 million in financial aid has been approved for 10 non-Islamic houses of worship (RIBI) in Kelantan as of July 7. KPKT is responsible for implementing the RIBI Maintenance Initiative nationwide under Budget 2025, with RM50 million allocated for maintenance and repair works at houses of worship to ensure greater comfort for devotees.

Minister Nga emphasized that the increased allocation reflects the MADANI Government's commitment to inclusivity and ensuring no community is left behind, including those in Kelantan.