The previous Sunshine Farlim web site in Air Itam might quickly be given a brand new lease of life, following a proposal to redevelop it right into a group corridor for residents of Bukit Gelugor. The plan has acquired encouraging assist from the Penang state authorities and native representatives.
Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow confirmed that the state welcomes the concept in precept, however emphasised that the matter should first be mentioned between the Penang Island Metropolis Council (MBPP) and Sunshine, because the land belongs to the council. “The land the place the previous Sunshine Farlim stands is underneath MBPP’s possession, whereas the constructing itself was constructed by Sunshine a few years in the past when the council, then often called MPPP, leased the land to them,” he mentioned throughout a Deepavali occasion at Sunshine Sentral in Farlim.
Chow famous that the grocery store had as soon as been a significant retail landmark serving the encircling communities of Air Itam, Paya Terubong, and Bukit Gelugor. With Sunshine now working from its new premises, the previous web site has remained vacant. “We hope that when an settlement is reached between MBPP and Sunshine, the land may be repurposed for group use — particularly as a corridor for the folks of Bukit Gelugor,” he mentioned.
He added that the proposal aligns with the state authorities’s long-term objective of increasing public facilities, significantly in high-density areas that lack enough group areas.
Bukit Gelugor MP Ramkarpal Singh additionally voiced robust assist for the proposal, calling the previous Sunshine Farlim web site essentially the most strategic location for a brand new group corridor. “The location is geographically on the centre of Bukit Gelugor and might serve residents from Air Itam, Paya Terubong and Seri Delima. It’s the perfect place for such a facility,” he mentioned.
Ramkarpal identified that Bukit Gelugor, the most important parliamentary constituency on Penang island with about 75,000 registered voters, has lengthy wanted a devoted group corridor. Many native programmes are at the moment held at school halls or neighbouring areas because of the lack of a correct venue.
Each Chow and Ramkarpal expressed optimism that the redevelopment of the previous Sunshine Farlim web site might quickly materialise with shut collaboration between MBPP, the state authorities, and Sunshine. The proposed group corridor, they mentioned, wouldn’t solely present a much-needed house for public gatherings but additionally function a brand new focus for group life in Bukit Gelugor.
“The Penang authorities helps initiatives that strengthen group ties and enhance the standard of life for residents. Redeveloping the previous Sunshine Farlim web site right into a group corridor can be a significant step in that path,” Chow mentioned.
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