The Ministry of Works will implement 242 health facility projects nationwide worth RM21.3 billion, says Deputy Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Maslan.
KUALA PILAH: The Ministry of Works (KKR) has been mandated to implement 242 health facility projects nationwide with a total cost of RM21.3 billion, according to Deputy Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Maslan.
He said that this includes 58 completed projects costing RM4.88 billion, 57 projects currently under construction valued at RM7.28 billion, and 91 projects in the pre-construction or planning phase worth RM9.14 billion.
These projects, assigned to the ministry as the implementing agency, span various periods from the 11th Malaysia Plan (11MP) through to the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP).
Speaking to reporters after the handover of the Tuanku Ampuan Najihah Hospital’s (HTAN) additional block, which was officiated by Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Dzulkefly Ahmad today, Ahmad Maslan added that the new block was built on a 4.18-acre site.
The site was acquired on March 10, and the project reached full completion with the issuance of the Certificate of Practical Completion (CPC) yesterday, April 27.
Regarding projects in Negeri Sembilan specifically, he mentioned that under the 9th through 13th Malaysia Plans, there are 13 projects with a total cost of RM1.39 billion.
This includes five projects in the planning stage costing RM234 million, seven projects in the construction phase valued at RM1.1 billion, and one completed project worth RM32 million.
He further clarified that although the HTAN additional block is now under the control of the Ministry of Health, the contractor is still required to fulfill their obligations during the 24-month Defect Liability Period as stipulated in the contract.
In line with this, he reminded contractors to perform scheduled preventive maintenance and to remain responsive in addressing complaints or rectifying any defects during this period.
He expressed hope that such projects would contribute significantly to the well-being of the people.
