To reduce traffic congestion during the Chinese New Year period, the Transport Ministry has announced a road ban for goods-carrying vehicles on January 20, 21, 24, and 25.
It said in a statement on Friday (Jan 13) that the ban would reduce the risk of traffic accidents.
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"This ban is in effect because of the significant rise in traffic, particularly for private vehicles returning to their hometowns.
“The national speed limit reduction order will also be enforced along with this road ban,” he said in a statement, as reported by The Star.
The speed limit on federal and state roads will be reduced by 10 km/h. While the speed limit on federal roads will be reduced from 90 km/h to 80 km/h and state roads will be reduced to 70 km/h from the usual 80 km/h.
The ministry also stated that it will work with the Transport Ministry and the police to continuously monitor traffic conditions during the holiday season.
Be safe on the road, guys!
