The development of a brand new Olympic-standard swimming pool in Jalan Betek has reached 43% progress and is on monitor for completion by April subsequent 12 months.
Penang State Exco for Youth, Sports activities and Well being, Daniel Gooi Zi Sen, shared that the high-impact mission is funded with RM3.6 million from the Seberang Perai Metropolis Council (MBSP). He described the event as the primary of its form within the space, thanking MBSP for its dedication to revitalising native infrastructure.
Greater than only a leisure facility, the pool is meant to function a sports activities growth hub, particularly for swimming. “Penang has produced swimmers who’ve competed at nationwide and worldwide ranges,” stated Zi Sen, who can be the State Assemblyman for Padang Lalang. “We hope this facility will assist nurture the subsequent technology of swimming expertise.”
He additionally highlighted the potential of the pool to assist the Ministry of Youth and Sports activities’ initiative of providing free swimming classes, particularly for college kids in flood-prone areas the place drowning dangers are greater.
Although the pool received’t function a diving part, it meets Olympic requirements and is at present forward of schedule, with building having begun on 1 February 2025.
Admission charges are nonetheless beneath overview, however the present public pool charge stands at RM3 per session. The ability is anticipated to open to the general public by April 2026.
