Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has announced a RM3 million allocation for six Taman Rekreasi Madani projects in Penang.
He said three parks will be built on the island, while the remaining three will be located on the mainland — two in Permatang Pauh and one in Jawi, Nibong Tebal.
Each project, costing RM500,000, must be completed by Christmas this year, with no delays allowed, Nga said at the ESG certification presentation ceremony for the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) at the Royale Chulan Hotel.
MBPP became the first city council in Malaysia to receive two ESG certifications from Sirim QAS International Sdn Bhd, covering ESG systems and social accountability management systems.
Nga congratulated MBPP and expressed hope that its achievement would inspire the other 155 local councils nationwide. He also said MBPP will be nominated to represent Malaysia in the Dubai International Best Practices for Sustainable Development Award 2026.
