KUCHING, Nov 4: Residents of Kampung Bobak Sajong, Kampung Bobak Sejinjang and Jalan Sinikam-Botas will benefit from new treated water connections under three projects scheduled to begin on Nov 16.

According to a report by the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas), the projects involve a combined allocation of RM1.755 million and are part of four water infrastructure initiatives worth RM3.055 million being implemented in the Tasik Biru constituency.

The three water supply extension projects carry allocations of RM600,000 for Kampung Bobak Sajong, RM740,000 for Kampung Bobak Sejinjang and RM415,000 for Jalan Sinikam-Botas.

Works will involve laying a combined 5.563km of High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipes, providing 225 new water connections and relocating existing water meters to extend supply coverage.