KUTS Project To Enhance Mobility, Scheduled For Completion By End-2026
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Kuching Urban Transportation System (KUTS) Package 1 project in Samarahan is expected to be completed by the end of 2026, thereby ushering in a new phase in the transformation towards a more modern, efficient and competitive public transportation system in the area.
Deputy Minister of Rural and Regional Development and Kota Samarahan Member of Parliament Datuk Rubiah Wang stated that the development was announced during her chairing of the KUTS Project Coordination Meeting held at the Samarahan Public Works Department (JKR) meeting room on Monday.
She stated that the meeting placed emphasis on evaluating the current progress of projects as well as coordinating overall implementation involving various technical and implementing agencies.
“Various issues and challenges throughout the implementation of the project were discussed in detail including traffic management, compliance with safety policies as well as the operational planning of the Autonomous Rail Transit (ART) system which will operate at 10-minute intervals,” she said.
She further stated that flooding issues which had previously affected Kampung Plaie and Sungai Batu were also given due attention with several solutions identified including upgrading works and the expansion of the drainage system to ensure a more controlled and systematic water flow.
At the same time, long-term planning is also being developed to address the increasing number of vehicles in the surrounding area, particularly at the Entingan roundabout.
“The proposed construction of a new 1.5-kilometre road linking Jalan Kampung Meranek to Jalan Residen is a proactive measure to reduce traffic congestion and improve local connectivity,” she further explained.
Upon completion, the KUTS system is expected to operate with 38 ART units and 55 supporting buses, thereby further enhancing mobility for the people of Samarahan.
Datuk Rubiah stressed that the government is committed to ensuring all plans are implemented carefully and effectively so that challenges can be addressed early and the comfort and safety of the people are guaranteed. -UKASnews
