A campaign to rejuvenate the largely dormant Kledang Food Court has been launched by K. Kunasekaran, parliamentary coordinator for PSM Batu Gajah, in an effort to attract local traders and revive the area as a community hub. Currently, only four of the 33 stalls at the food court are operational, with many others rendered unusable due to vandalism.

Kunasekaran highlighted the significant barriers faced by potential traders, including high upfront costs and a rigid payment structure imposed by the city council. To address these challenges, the campaign proposes a six-month moratorium for new vendors, which would include waivers on deposits and monthly rental fees.

Outreach efforts are now underway, featuring registration counters, informational briefings, and engagement programmes targeted at local micro traders, young entrepreneurs, and single mothers. The campaign aims to increase the number of functioning stalls, creating employment opportunities, stimulating the local economy, revitalising the Kledang Hill area, and bolstering city revenue.

Currently, only 12 of the 33 stalls are viable for operation due to damage from vandalism. Traders facing genuine financial hardship may apply for deferred payments or instalment plans under the proposed support measures.

The city council has been urged to adopt a more proactive stance in restoring the facility and mitigating recurring problems such as vandalism and break-ins to ensure the sustainability of the food court. In support of these efforts, Assemblyman Steven Chaw called for greater public awareness about stall availability and encouraged collaboration among stakeholders to enhance business prospects at the site.

The campaign seeks to transform the food court back into a thriving neighborhood gathering place and an integral component of community life in Batu Gajah.