SHAH ALAM – The Gabungan Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM) Selangor, Muda Selangor and Parti Rakyat Malaysia (PRM) have questioned the effectiveness of the RM5.74 billion allocation for flood mitigation projects in the state for the period 2021 to 2030.
According to a joint statement issued by the three parties on Wednesday, nearly RM700 million was also approved for flood mitigation projects involving Sungai Buloh and Sungai Damansara, but residents in those areas still face the risk of the disaster.
The statement acknowledged that large-scale infrastructure projects take time to complete, but the people have the right to know the amount of allocation that has been spent, the projects completed and the actual duration of protection that can be enjoyed by the residents.
“Based on the Selangor government’s written response in the Selangor State Legislative Assembly in 2026, the existing disaster assistance includes up to RM500 for affected households and RM250 for flash flood victims who are eligible but not transferred to temporary evacuation centres (PPS),” the statement said as quoted by Sinar Harian.
The joint statement was issued by PSM Selangor Deputy Chairman, CP Goh; Selangor Junior Chairman, Abolqaz Anuar and PRM Complaints and Welfare Bureau Chief, Lee Hoi Eng.
Regarding that issue they urged the state government to review the relevant assistance rates, provide assistance to repair houses and temporary rentals as well as extend recovery support to affected small traders and workers.
They also urged the Selangor government and the federal government to disclose the progress report on flood mitigation expenditure, the status of project implementation and the causes of delays, as well as re-evaluate the approval of the development and the enforcement of rainwater management conditions.
“Residents deserve more than just announcements of allocations and promises of future projects.
“They deserve effective infrastructure, responsible development planning and adequate assistance when disasters strike,” the statement said.
The statement said the recent floods that affected Kampung Melayu Subang, Sungai Buloh, Paya Jaras, Kubu Gajah, Rawang and several areas in Shah Alam have once again disrupted the lives of Selangor residents.
“The effectiveness of flood mitigation must be measured based on how well it protects the people, not solely on the amount of money allocated,” the statement said.
Meanwhile, they also raised questions about the suitability of the existing drainage system with the rapid development in Selangor which has the potential to increase surface water flow when natural land areas are replaced by buildings, roads and concrete surfaces.
The statement added there is a need to form a committee to investigate the possibility of existing or new developments increasing flood risk, as well as assessing the adequacy of drainage systems, reservoir facilities as well as the developer’s compliance with the approved technical requirements.
The statement also called for the results of the investigation and suggestions for improvements to be disclosed to the public to ensure transparency in flood risk management.
“The state and federal governments must disclose the progress report on flood mitigation expenditure, the status of project implementation as well as the causes of delays, as well as re-evaluate the approval of the development and the enforcement of rainwater management conditions.
“Residents deserve more than just announcements of allocations and promises of future projects.
“They deserve effective infrastructure, responsible development planning and adequate assistance when disasters strike,” the statement said.
