Summary
- RM2.5 billion for national water infrastructure.
- Replacement of 1,900km of ageing pipes targeted.
- Initiative aims to improve clean water accessibility.
KUALA LUMPUR, October 10 — The government has announced a RM2.5 billion national water infrastructure initiative aimed at replacing 1,900 kilometres of ageing and critical water pipes.
To improve clean water access across Malaysia. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the project will be implemented through the National Non-Revenue Water programme,
Which focuses on addressing weaknesses in the country’s existing water distribution infrastructure. The initiative forms part of Budget 2027’s efforts to strengthen essential public services.
And improve water supply reliability for communities nationwide. The replacement of ageing pipes is expected to support efforts to reduce water losses within the distribution network.
While improving the overall efficiency of water supply services. However, the budget speech does not identify the states involved, the number of households expected to benefit or the implementation timeline for the replacement works.
