SARIKEI – A pre-groundbreaking ceremony and community dialogue for the Ulu Entaih Road Upgrade Project took place on 12 March 2026 at Rh Menyimbang, Sungai Ridan in Ulu Entaih. The gathering marked the start of the project’s physical development phase.
The event was officiated by Rolland Duat Jubin, the State Assemblyman for N.48 Meluan. Also present was Brian Fung, along with officers from the Julau and Pakan District Offices. Their presence highlighted the project’s importance for the surrounding communities.
The RM19.6 million project will be carried out by the Public Works Department Sarawak under the Rajang Delta Development Agency.
The work includes upgrading 14 kilometres of dirt and gravel road to R1 road standards. Drainage systems, slope protection, and road furniture form part of the construction to improve safety and durability.
Construction is scheduled for completion on 11 August 2027. Once finished, the road is expected to improve access in the Ulu Entaih area.
Better road conditions will support safer travel and allow agricultural produce to reach markets more easily, helping strengthen local economic activity.
During the dialogue session, longhouse residents asked questions about the project and its impact on daily life.
Officials explained how the upgraded road would shorten travel time, improve connections between villages, and support local business and farming activities.
Residents shared optimism about the project’s benefits. Improved infrastructure is expected to ease travel while strengthening access to services such as markets, healthcare, and schools.
The initiative forms part of the broader development strategy of the Sarawak Government to narrow the gap between rural and urban areas. Investment in roads and infrastructure aims to ensure rural communities share in economic progress.
The ceremony and discussion also reflected the government’s focus on engaging directly with residents. For communities in Ulu Entaih, the project signals both physical change and wider opportunities for growth and connectivity.
