GEORGE TOWN, June 5 — Two new wooden benches made from recycled materials have been installed near a pedestrian crossing on Jalan Cantonment.
As part of efforts to create a more walkable and sustainable Pulau Tikus. According to Joshua Woo Sze Zeng, the benches were inspired by the iconic bench scene.
From the movie Forrest Gumpand are intended to provide greater comfort for pedestrians waiting at traffic lights.
The initiative is expected to benefit senior citizens, market-goers and residents carrying groceries who often face long waiting times at the crossing.
He also thanked the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) and councillor Koay Gaik Kee for supporting the project.
