Penang: The integration of a vertical school concept within the Rumah Bakat MADANI housing project in Penang is expected to enhance student safety and ease the transportation cost burden on families, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister emphasized that incorporating educational elements into residential development is part of the MADANI Government's initiative to build compassionate neighborhoods and foster community development based on MADANI values.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Anwar stated that this approach underscores the government's commitment to promoting holistic well-being for the people, rather than focusing solely on physical structures and architectural design. "The planned vertical school element, integrated with the housing project, aims to ensure student safety, and I believe it can also help families save on transportation costs," he mentioned in a Facebook post today.

He further highlighted that the MADANI Government places strong emphasis on expediting project approvals through collaboration across ministries, agencies, and with the involvement of state governments. Anwar revealed that the project is an initiative involving private developer SkyWorld, aimed at enabling low- and middle-income groups to own affordable homes.

"I was informed that the development will also include essential infrastructure and comprehensive facilities such as schools and childcare centers, surau, commercial spaces, as well as landscaped areas and parks," he said. Earlier, the Prime Minister attended a presentation session on the project concept with the developer's representatives in Putrajaya.