LETTERS: Seremban and the state government officials need to repair roads in dire conditions before a tragedy strikes.
For instance, a woman recently drove over a sinkhole on Jalan Rasah near a bank.
Luckily, she did not suffer any serious injury. The Public Works Department must fix the problem before conditions deteriorate with tragic consequences.
Dr Rajindeer Singh, who runs a private clinic in Jalan Rasah for nearly two decades, has observed these worsening road conditions. He has witnessed accidents and treated the victims.
He has contributed photos to departments about the neglect. I have also photographed them on my walks.
Among the issues needing urgent action are open drains large enough for a person to fall into, potholes big enough to cause accidents and severe vehicle damage, and drains clogged with rubbish which leads to flash floods.
Such flash floods often occur near the Seremban post office and railway station after downpours.
These are low-lying areas that must have free-flowing drains to prevent flooding.
It's about regular maintenance.
At the same time, the public should help by not discarding rubbish onto the streets. Rubbish that washes into drains are a hazard and littering flouts local government bylaws.
Dr Rajindeer and I have written to the Rahang assemblyman about these problems.
I did receive a call from a state government officials, however, no action has been taken. Seremban folk are increasingly upset about this matter.
They deserve to have their concerns resolved, especially on matters that are an imminent danger.
The maintenance and safety of public roads are of the highest priority.
As we are promoting tourism this year, let's make Seremban a beautiful city that we are proud to share with visitors.
Once again, we appeal to state officials for a prompt resolution.
C. SATHASIVAM SITHERAVELLU
Seremban, Negri Sembilan
The views expressed in this article are the author's own and do not necessarily reflect those of the New Straits Times
