On Saturday, July 20, 2024, the police will temporarily close 14 roads in Kuala Lumpur to facilitate the installation of His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim as the 17th Yang di-Pertuan Agong at Istana Negara. Kuala Lumpur Police Chief Rusdi Isa announced that these closures will be in effect from 8am to 8pm to ensure a smooth flow of traffic for guests attending the coronation and associated events.
The roads are:
- Jalan Tun Razak
- Jalan Kia Peng
- Jalan Raja Chulan
- Jalan Ampang
- Jalan Sultan Ismail
- Lebuhraya Sultan Iskandar
- Jalan Tuanku Abdul Halim
- Jalan Semantan
- Jalan Damansara
- Jalan Istana
- Kuala Lumpur-Seremban Expressway
- Jalan Kuching (south-bound)
- Dato Onn roundabout
- Jalan Parlimen
Rusdi stated that 387 traffic officers will be assigned to escort VIPs and manage traffic to ensure the coronation proceeds smoothly. He advised motorists to use alternative routes on the day to avoid traffic congestion. Rusdi also urged drivers to adhere to the instructions given by police personnel at the affected locations.
For any inquiries, individuals can reach out to the Kuala Lumpur police hotline at 03-2115 9999, the Jalan Tun H.S. Lee Traffic Police Station at 03-2071 9999, or the Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department hotline at 03-2026 0267 or 03-2026 0269.
Source: Free Malaysia Today, Bernama
