Summary
- Sungai Pinang flood mitigation project reaches 50.86% completion.
- RM114.8 million project scheduled for completion in September 2027.
- Project aims to reduce flood-affected areas by 10.15%.
GEORGE TOWN, October 15 — Penang’s RM114.8 million Sungai Pinang Flood Mitigation Project Phase 1 has reached 50.86% completion as of September 2026.
With full completion expected by September 2027. State Infrastructure, Transport and Digital Committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari said the project involves deepening and widening 1.4 kilometres of Sungai Pinang.
Improving drainage systems and constructing pumping facilities. The project aims to provide protection against floods with a 100-year average recurrence interval and reduce flood-affected areas by 10.15%.
Zairil said the state government would continue monitoring construction progress to ensure effective long-term flood protection.
