SIBU, Oct 24: Sarawak has been allocated RM7.4 billion for 46 water-related projects under Rolling Plan 1 (RP1) of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), reflecting the federal government’s commitment to strengthening water resource security and improving the well-being of the people.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) Datuk Amar Fadillah Yusof said the allocation comprised 33 ongoing projects and 13 new projects.
“Of the total allocation, RM5.8 billion is allocated for projects implemented by the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID), including flood mitigation, river conservation and coastal erosion protection.
“The implementation of these projects is expected to strengthen water resource security, reduce disaster risks and improve the well-being of the people,” he said in his speech during the National-Level World Rivers Day Celebration 2026 at Dataran Tun Tuanku Bujang here today, which was broadcasted live via Ukas Channel.
