‘Do study for Seputeh too’ MP calls for infrastructure review at several congestion hotspots

By the Editorial Team · Thursday, September 3, 2026

MP Teresa Kok has called for an infrastructure capacity study to tackle increasing congestion in Seputeh, including Bukit Jalil, Sri Petaling, and Jalan Kelang Lama, citing strained roads, public transport, and utilities amid rapid high-density development. She urged Kuala Lumpur City Hall and federal authorities to conduct thorough assessments before approving more projects, highlighting concerns over large-scale developments like Bandar Madani and the need for coordinated road improvements to protect residents' quality of life.

A member of parliament has called for an infrastructure capacity study to address mounting congestion in several key areas within the Seputeh constituency, including Bukit Jalil, Sri Petaling, and Jalan Kelang Lama. Teresa Kok emphasized the growing strain on roads, public transportation, and utilities resulting from ongoing high-density developments in the area.

Kok’s remarks come after Kuala Lumpur mayor Datuk Seri Fadlun Mak Ujud announced a six-month infrastructure assessment for Bangsar during a town hall meeting with residents. The study aims to evaluate whether current infrastructure can support both approved and future developments within that neighbourhood. While Kok welcomed this initiative, she urged Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) to adopt a similar proactive approach for Seputeh.

She highlighted severe traffic congestion in Bukit Jalil and Sri Petaling, pointing out that access to rail services and other public transport options remains insufficient relative to the pace of development. Despite limited capacity for expanding existing roadways, Kok noted that proposals for additional high-density projects continue to emerge.

Kok also called on both the federal government and DBKL to carry out a detailed feasibility study on the planned Bandar Madani development in Bukit Jalil, which would feature 17,000 housing units. The scale of this project has raised apprehension among residents in Bukit Jalil and neighboring communities such as Puncak Jalil and Bandar Kinrara.

Regarding Jalan Kelang Lama, Kok described the road as a vital corridor connecting Puchong, Subang Jaya, Petaling Jaya, and central Kuala Lumpur, yet experiencing significant congestion. She cited data indicating traffic volumes reached approximately 200,000 vehicles per day during the recent Chinese New Year period. She suggested that DBKL collaborate with the Public Works Department (JKR) to explore infrastructure improvements like multi-level roads or additional flyovers to alleviate traffic along this route.

Kok underscored the necessity for authorities to present a comprehensive plan to upgrade existing infrastructure before approving further developments, stressing that growth should not compromise residents’ quality of life.

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