Highways Malaysia (LLM) said it expected a significant increase in traffic volume on the three main highways during the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri festival, which is expected to have Up to 2.3 million vehicles will travel daily from today until May 7 across North-Malaysia. Southern Expressway (NSE), Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway and East Coast Expressway (ECE).
In a statement, the LLM said it has directed highway franchisees to take a number of steps to minimize the impact of the expected increase in traffic. Measures include Stop all construction and maintenance work along these routes until May 7as pointed out by works minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi yesterday.
They were also asked to give travel time advice (TTA) to help drivers plan their journey, and display traffic information and reminders to top up their Touch n’ Go or Touch n’ Go cards. E-wallets on electronic billboards.
Expressway concessionaires have also been asked to open additional toll lanes in areas identified as high traffic, and to request station staff at toll booths to assist. drivers, especially during four-day free period on April 19-21 and April 24.
The statutory body also said it will ensure franchisees provide enough Emergency Response Team (ERT) members to deal with any incidents, and added that additional parking facilities will be available. and portable toilets in several R&R areas along the NSE and ECE during the Phase.
If you’re driving home to Raya, be sure to check the respective TTAs for these routes and plan your itinerary accordingly. As always, be patient and drive safely.
