KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 — The Petaling Jaya City Council's (MBPJ) crematorium in Kampung Tunku will not cease operations during its planned upgrade, Petaling Jaya mayor...
The MBPJ crematorium is current slated for privatisation and facility enhancements, including a new columbarium. — File picKUALA LUMPUR, March 1 — The Petaling Jaya City Council's crematorium in Kampung Tunku will not cease operations during its planned upgrade, Petaling Jaya mayor Mohamad Zahri Samingon said, addressing residents' concerns about the project.It is current slated for privatisation and facility enhancements, including a new columbarium.
Former Section 14 Residents Association chairman Selva Sugumaran advocated for an open tender for the project and urged against management by a faith-based operator. He suggested that MBPJ hold a dialogue with stakeholders to ensure affordable rates remain competitive with private operators.
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