KOTA SAMARAHAN – The Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) joined the monitoring visit of the IRSDA Project on 14 April, led by Datuk Dr Haji Abdul Rahman bin Junaidi, Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department and Project Coordinator for the Regional Development Agency. The Sarawak Implementation Monitoring Unit (SIMU) also took part in the programme.
The visit was attended by Kr Abang Ismawi bin Abang Ali, Chairman of MPKS; Kr Daily Anak Joseph, Deputy Chairman of MPKS; council members; and staff.
The programme began at the MPKS Tambirat Hawker Centre before continuing to several project sites across Samarahan, Sebuyau and Simunjan.
Projects under review included infrastructure upgrades, flood mitigation works and new road construction.
These initiatives form part of the wider development agenda aimed at improving connectivity, reducing flood risks and enhancing public facilities for local communities.
A detailed briefing was delivered by the MPKS Planning and Development Division, providing an overview of the progress and implementation of the projects.
The session outlined key milestones, challenges and strategies to ensure the projects are completed on schedule and meet the needs of residents.
Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman emphasised that the monitoring exercise was crucial to ensure smooth execution and accountability.
He noted that the projects are designed to improve the well-being and convenience of the people, while also supporting long-term regional development.
The IRSDA initiative reflects Sarawak’s commitment to balanced growth across its districts, with particular focus on infrastructure resilience and sustainable planning.
Flood mitigation projects are especially significant in safeguarding communities against seasonal challenges, while new road networks are expected to boost economic activity and accessibility.
Local leaders expressed optimism that the projects will deliver tangible benefits to the community, strengthening Samarahan’s role as a growing urban centre.
The involvement of SIMU ensures that implementation is closely tracked, reinforcing transparency and efficiency in public development programmes.
The monitoring visit concluded with a reaffirmation of the state’s dedication to ensuring that every effort contributes to the prosperity and quality of life of the people in Samarahan, Sebuyau and Simunjan.
