Groundbreaking Ceremony - Upgrading of Jalan Penyulok/Nanga Penebak/Ulu Penebak, Ulu Layar, Betong
Posted on 20 Jun 2024
Source of News: Corporate Communication Branch
YB Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, Deputy Premier of Sarawak had officiated the groundbreaking ceremony for the Upgrading of Jalan Penyulok/Nanga Penebak/Ulu Penebak, Ulu Layar Betong at Rumah Kelimbang Penyulok, Ulu Layar earlier today. In his speech, YB Datuk Amar had reminded all the parties involved including JKR Sarawak, Contractor and the residents in the surrounding area to work together so that the project can be executed smoothly. Besides that, he wished that the project can be implemented at an excellent quality by the appointed contractor.
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With the completion of the 4.8km road that will be upgraded based on the JKR "Modified R1" specification, it will provide connectivity to 3 long houses, which will give comfort to rakyat because of easier access to school and medical facilities. Besides that, this development will also improve the socio economic standard of the people in this area as they will be able to market their products to Betong town. Earlier on, YBrs. Ir. Ts. Gs. Br. Dr. Cassidy anak Morris, Director of Public Works Sarawak, in his speech had also urged the contractor to execute the project within the agreed timeframe.
Also present during the ceremony were YB Dr. Richard Rapu, Parliamentary Member (P204 Betong), Richard Micheal Abu Nawas, Resident (Betong), Jason Ng Boon Tuan, Divisional Engineer (JKR Sarawak) and officers from JKR Sarawak.