The luscious green hills at Bukit Sekilau here are now littered with bald patches, raising questions if these might adversely affect the environment and surrounding population. The land clearing, which have increased over the past few months, have turned into an eyesore clearly visible from a distance from most parts of Kuantan town. Located along the alternative road connecting Indera Mahkota and Kuantan town, the land clearing is carried out right in the backyard of the district Forestry office and staff quarters. Residents living at the foot of the hill near the project site have raised concerns about the possibility of earth movements or mud floods during the monsoon season. Khamsiah said the residents from Perkampungan Bukit Sekilau had previously signed a petition, asking the state government and District and Land Office to look into the matter.

Source: New Strait Times November 13, 2017 23:48 UTC