Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has announced a RM3 million allocation for the development of 6 Taman Rekreasi Madani projects in Penang, aimed at enhancing community recreational facilities across the state.

According to Nga, three of the parks will be located on Penang Island, while the remaining three will be built on the mainland, with two in Permatang Pauh and one in Jawi, Nibong Tebal. Each project carries an allocation of RM500,000 and must be completed by Christmas this year.

“There shouldn’t be any delay. These projects must be completed within this year,” Nga said during the presentation ceremony of environment, social and governance (ESG) certifications to the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) at a hotel in George Town yesterday.

MBPP made history by becoming the first city council in Malaysia to receive two ESG certifications from Sirim QAS International Sdn Bhd, covering ESG systems and social accountability management systems.

Nga congratulated MBPP on the achievement and expressed hope that it would serve as a benchmark for the country’s 155 local councils. He also revealed plans to nominate MBPP to represent Malaysia at the Dubai International Best Practices for Sustainable Development Award 2026.

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