Government Approves RM9 Billion for 367 Dilapidated School Development Projects 2023 to 2026

TAPAH: A total of 367 redevelopment projects for dilapidated school buildings worth RM9 billion nationwide have been approved by the government throughout the period of 2023 to 2026, said Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh.

He said the allocation involved 86 projects worth RM1.711 billion in 2023, 78 projects totalling RM1.825 billion (2024), 124 projects costing RM4.1 billion (2025) as well as 79 projects worth RM1.384 billion (2026).

“This amount is the largest from any government in a four-year period. The larger allocations and project approvals are implemented to accelerate the redevelopment process of the affected school buildings for the safety of students.

“This also shows the continued commitment under the leadership of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in ensuring that dilapidated school premises are addressed in stages,” he said.

He said this when met after attending the Ministry of Education Dilapidated Project Handover Ceremony for the Replacement Building at Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Cina (SJKC) Coldstream here today.

Commenting on the completion period of the projects, Wong said it depends on the scope, specifications and location of the project, with the general implementation period taking two years after approval and contractor appointment.

Regarding the construction of the replacement building at SJKC Kampung Coldstream, he said the project worth RM2.9 million began construction on May 24, 2024, before being fully completed on August 6.

He said the building is equipped with various modern facilities such as four comfortable classrooms, two new toilet units as well as an open hall for the use of students and teachers at the school.

“This building is also equipped with various other facilities such as 120 sets of new chairs and tables as well as Smart TV units supplied by the State Education Department (JPN) and District Education Office (PPD),” he said.

Wong said with these facilities, students can also enjoy a conducive learning environment, while the school’s special rooms that were previously used as temporary classrooms can be restored to their original functions.

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