The federal and Sarawak governments will closely collaborate to expedite infrastructure upgrading in Kapit, said Works Minister Alexander Nanta Linggi.
He emphasised that despite the constituency being represented by an assemblyperson from a different political party, a collaboration between the state government and all elected representatives is essential to uplift the rural population’s socioeconomic status.
“Kapit is larger than the state of Pahang. So, MPs and state assemblypersons need to collaborate, even though we are from different parties (Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu and Parti Rakyat Sarawak).
“Only then can we expedite the implementation of crucial projects, especially in terms of infrastructure. We will negotiate and strive for progress,” he told reporters at the Pre-Gawai dinner last night.
Nanta (above) listed infrastructure upgrades such as improving roads connecting rural areas to main routes, ensuring access to treated water, providing 24-hour electricity supply, and extending 5G internet network coverage as part of the plan.
“Our existing infrastructure is incomplete. We need to continue extending the road network to ensure that every village or longhouse has connectivity.
“Furthermore, while there is clean water supply here, it’s not all treated. Similarly, although there’s access to electricity, there are still areas without a grid system, relying solely on solar power,” he said.
Concerning 5G network coverage, he noted that Deputy Digital Minister Wilson Ugak Kumbong has affirmed his readiness to deploy the network in Kapit soon.
“We understand the importance of telecommunications access because even booking flight tickets requires online access.
“So, I’m very grateful to him (Wilson) for paying attention to the rural areas,” he added.
- Bernama
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