Minister of Works, Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has announced that Malaysians will be able to enjoy a toll-free period on 8 and 9 April, in conjunction with the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration.

The exemption will be offered for Class 1 private vehicle users who are travelling through highways, to be granted at all toll plazas except for those at the national borders. Specifically, these refer to the Sultan Iskandar Building Toll (BSI) and the Tanjung Kupang Toll Plaza in Johor.

The minister further shared that this initiative will see a budget allocation of RM37.6 million. “This decision was made during the Cabinet meeting on 7 February, aimed at celebrating all citizens, especially the Islamic community who celebrate Aidilfitri, and as a gesture of care and shared joy with all Malaysians,” he said.

Aside from that, Datuk Seri Alexander also urged motorists – particularly those who are travelling along the North-South Highway (PLUS) – to plan their journeys according to the Travel Time Advisory (TTA) schedule. For PLUS, the schedule can be accessed via the MyPLUS-TTA mobile app.

Additionally, the minister noted that the Malaysian Highway Authority and concession companies will be activating smart lanes at 18 locations along PLUS to help with the expected traffic. He also said that clear signages for these smart lanes will be installed to indicate the start and end of them, ensuring that motorists are always forewarned.

Lastly, Datuk Seri Alexander reassured that no lanes on PLUS will be closed for maintenance work from 1 to 17 April to ensure smoother journeys for motorists and to prevent congestion. “However, maintenance work that does not involve lane closures can be carried out, unless there is an emergency or accident necessitating lane closure. PLUS is providing 11 locations with emergency response teams,” he said.

(Source: Malay Mail)

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