PKR Bukit Bintang calls for integrated enforcement to address safety, public order issues
KUALA LUMPUR – PKR Bukit Bintang has called for an integrated enforcement operation to address various complaints involving public safety, public order, cleanliness, immigration and compliance with the law in the area.
PKR Bukit Bintang Information Chief and Public Complaints Bureau chairman Tengku Imran Tengku Zainal Abidin said complaints received from residents, traders, workers and the local community should be given due attention and referred to the relevant authorities for appropriate action.
He said the complaints included alleged online gambling activities, illegal parking, vehicles obstructing public access, compliance with immigration laws involving foreigners, as well as begging activities in tourist hotspots.
“All public complaints must be given due attention and investigated by the agencies with the relevant jurisdiction.
“We want Bukit Bintang to remain a safe, clean and orderly area, not only for tourists and businesses but also for the local community,” he said in a statement today.
Tengku Imran also called for the Immigration Department and relevant agencies to conduct integrated inspections of premises allegedly involving foreigners in business or employment activities without complying with stipulated requirements.
He said inspections should cover licences, permits, immigration status, ownership of premises and compliance with business regulations.
He also proposed that the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) assess the need for a police booth or post, as well as a more consistent police presence in high-traffic areas such as Jalan Alor, particularly at night.
“The physical presence of police is important not only for immediate intervention but also to enhance the sense of safety among the public, traders and tourists,” he said.
Tengku Imran also highlighted the need for adequate and clean public toilets, while ensuring that pedestrian walkways are not obstructed by tables, chairs or business equipment.
He said complaints involving smoke and odour from business premises, as well as the cleanliness of restaurants, should also be monitored to ensure that ventilation systems, waste management and food safety comply with the prescribed regulations.
On complaints involving Muslims allegedly consuming alcohol or engaging in gambling activities, he said such matters should be referred to the religious authorities for investigation according to their jurisdiction and applicable laws.
At the same time, he stressed that any enforcement action must be based on evidence and due legal process, without assumptions or prejudice.
On allegations of prostitution activities at massage centres, Tengku Imran said the matter should be investigated seriously and firm action taken if there was evidence of offences.
He said issues involving human trafficking, labour exploitation and sexual exploitation should also be examined if there were indications of such activities.
Tengku Imran said an integrated operation could involve PDRM, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL), the Immigration Department, the Ministry of Health, the Federal Territories Islamic Religious Department (JAWI), as well as other relevant enforcement and welfare agencies.
He also proposed establishing a follow-up and regular monitoring mechanism to ensure public complaints do not end after reports are lodged but are monitored until appropriate action is taken.
“PKR Bukit Bintang does not intend to target any particular race, religion or nationality.
“What we are targeting are activities that violate the law, disrupt public order and compromise cleanliness, safety and the rights of the public,” he said.