Ulu Lubai road upgrade 37.24 pct complete

THE upgrading of the Bukit Sagan-Nanga Merit-Ulu Lubai road in Limbang Division is 37.24 per cent complete as of Sept 25 against its scheduled progress of 43.36 per cent.

Datuk Aidel Lariwoo (GPS-Sadong Jaya) said site clearing had been completed, while earthworks are nearing completion.

“Drainage and culvert works are still ongoing, while piling works are being carried out for all four bridges,” said the Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Port Development in response to Datuk Paulus Palu Gumbang (GPS-Batu Danau) during question and answer session on Wednesday (Oct 14).

Aidel said the project is expected to be fully completed on June 12, 2027.

Upon completion, he said, the road upgrade would improve connectivity between Ulu Lubai residents and Limbang town, benefiting three schools, four longhouses and a clinic along the route.

“The upgrading of the road from gravel to a paved surface will provide safer and more comfortable journeys for residents,” he said.

He added that raising the road level through earth filling is also expected to reduce recurring flooding, making daily travel and activities easier for the local community.