THE Bukit Kukus paired road project in Penang is scheduled for completion, with significant progress made toward its full operational status by 2028.
Penang Local Government, Town and Country Planning Committee chairman Jason H’ng Mooi Lye said the remaining 800-metre stretch of road is expected to be completed by 2027, while the final 1.4km is slated for completion in 2028, marking the culmination of this infrastructure development.
“This project is poised to significantly ease traffic congestion in Paya Terubong, benefitting over 60,000 road users and improving connectivity across the region.
“The project, which was first pledged during the 2014 Bukit Gelugor by-election, has already seen the completion of 2.8km of road by the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) in December 2021.
“Once fully operational, the 5km dual carriageway will connect Jalan Bukit Kukus to Lebuh Bukit Jambul and Jalan Tun Sardon, offering a crucial link to areas such as Bukit Jambul, Bukit Gambir, Balik Pulau, and Air Itam,” H’ng replying to Joseph Ng Soon Siang (PH-Air Itam) during the Penang Legislative Assembly session today.
Standing at a height of 61.5 metres, the Bukit Kukus paired road is Malaysia’s highest elevated road, further cementing its iconic status within the state’s infrastructure.
“With a total cost of RM730 million, the project is being developed in three phases, with Geo Valley Sdn Bhd and PLB Land Sdn Bhd implementing the remaining construction work.
“In addition to the road itself, the project includes significant upgrades to existing infrastructure, such as widening portions of Jalan Bukit Kukus and constructing a viaduct intersection to connect the paired road to Jalan Tun Sardon,” he said.
Once completed, the Bukit Kukus paired road will play a crucial role in relieving congestion and improving the mobility and quality of life for residents and commuters in Penang.
“Additionally, two more sections from the paired road project, currently in the design phase, will be developed by private developers along the road’s alignment,” H’ng added.
Story by Christopher Tan