Contracts for three major traffic system management projects in the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) 2026 budget will be reviewed to ensure their effectiveness. Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng said the three projects were the RM42mil smart traffic light system, the arti­­ficial intelligence (AI) powered traffic management system as well as the plan to double the number of closed-circuit TV (CCTV) cameras from 10,000 to 20,000 units. Lim, who chairs the committee to monitor the Traffic and Systems Management, said the committee would also release an audited report for the three projects to ensure they worked efficiently. “For example, we will see how many existing CCTV cameras are actually functional and whether the smart traffic lights and AI-powered traffic management systems went through the proper tender process, or if city dwellers find them relevant. When contacted, Zahir said he would look into the projects listed in the budget to ensure the projects prioritised key areas in the city.

Source: The Star January 24, 2026 06:16 UTC