The Selangor government's decision to cancel the Kinrara-Damansara Expressway (KIDEX) project has left many Petaling Jaya residents disappointed.
Ajit Johl,45, said the decision shows the Selangor government is not concerned with the suffering of residents who have to endure severe traffic congestion daily.
"Since the Selangor government has cancelled the KIDEX project, please tell the residents what are your plans to resolve the bottleneck?
"I hope the Menteri Besar does not politicise the KIDEX project and make us the victims. We need an alternative route," he told Bernama here, Monday.
Selangor Menteri Bedar Mohamed Azmin Ali was urged to review the decision to cancel the KIDEX project and provide a better proposal to the residents.
Mohamad Rafiq Fazaldin,59, said all hopes for an alternative route were dashed when KIDEX was cancelled by an 'insensitive' Selangor government.
The Section 5 resident said the Selangor government did not care for the residents plight despite receiving many in support of KIDEX.
"The Selangor government does not need to spend on KIDEX. Those who are against KIDEX need not use it and leave those who are fed-up with traffic jams," he added.
Meanwhile, Faekah Hussin said the Selangor government did not have the jurisdiction to cancel KIDEX as it is a federal government project.
The former special aide to former Selangor menteri besar Tan Sri Abdul Khalid Ibrahim, said Azmin should be more careful with his words as the Selangor government was only involved in planning approval.
"The Selangor government can only give or deny approval for the plans and cannot cancel the KIDEX project," she added.
Mohamed Azmin said the cancellation of KIDEX was because the concessionaire failed to comply with certain conditions set by the Selangor government.
They include not providing Traffic Impact Assessment, Social Impact Assessment and Environmental Impact Assessment, he said in a statement Monday.
Bernama
Tue Feb 17 2015
Some Selangor residents are not pleased with the decision of the Selangor government to cancel the Kidex project. - File Photo
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.