Jalan Tok Kangar upgrading mission progresses forward of schedule

The Part 2 widening and upgrading works of Jalan Tok Kangar in Seberang Perai Tengah have achieved 29% completion, barely forward of the unique schedule by one p.c.

Penang Infrastructure, Transport and Digital Committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari introduced the progress in a media assertion dated 7 November 2025, noting that the mission, applied by the Penang Growth Company (PDC) in collaboration with the Public Works Division (JKR) Penang, is predicted to be totally accomplished by October 2026.

In keeping with Zairil, on-site works are progressing easily, with present actions together with sand removing and piling platform preparation for Bridge 3, kerb set up alongside a number of stretches, micropile reinforcement fabrication for Bridge 2, in addition to patching and road lighting works.

He added that when accomplished, the mission will considerably enhance visitors movement and street security alongside the busy industrial hall from Jalan Perusahaan to the Jalan Tok Kangar visitors gentle junction.

Zairil additionally expressed appreciation to motorists for his or her cooperation and persistence throughout the development interval, urging the general public to bear with the short-term inconvenience.

“I hope Penangites can stay affected person somewhat longer to benefit from the full advantages as soon as the Jalan Tok Kangar Part 2 mission is accomplished and open to the general public,” he mentioned.

The mission is being carried out by Igneus Setia Sdn. Bhd. with Adroit Consulting Engineers Sdn. Bhd. serving because the lead advisor.