SARIKEI: A total of 90 development projects under the Rajang Delta Development Agency (RADDA), worth RM1.52 billion, are progressing well and are expected to be fully completed by 2028.
Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Deputy Minister, Datuk Len Talif Salleh, said two small-scale projects in Dalat, valued at RM5 million and RM6 million, have begun this year.
Another six projects worth RM89.2 million are currently in the tendering process.
By the fourth quarter of 2025, an additional 23 projects valued at RM498.9 million will be tendered.
Len, who is also RADDA Chairman, said 26 more projects worth RM467.73 million will be tendered in the first quarter of 2026.
This will be followed by 27 projects worth RM366 million in the second quarter, three projects valued at RM37 million in the third quarter, and the remaining four projects worth RM56 million by 2027.
“By 2026, almost all 90 RADDA projects would have been tendered.
“This means some of these projects will be completed within 12 to 36 months, and if all proceed smoothly, they are expected to be fully completed by 2028,” he told reporters after chairing the RADDA Steering Committee Meeting at the Sarikei Resident’s Office today.
He noted that overall implementation is progressing well despite minor delays caused by factors beyond the agency’s control.
The Kuala Rajang state assemblyman said strong cooperation among committee members, elected representatives and implementing agencies has ensured that RADDA continues to move in line with its objectives.
He also urged all involved agencies to play their part in ensuring that the projects proceed according to schedule and within the approved cost.
On the same note, he explained that RADDA projects focus mainly on basic infrastructure, including roads, clean water supply systems, riverbank protection works and industrial area development.
He said RADDA’s impact has been more extensive compared to other agencies due to its implementation across several divisions, requiring coordinated efforts involving MPs and state assemblymen.
On community involvement, he said RADDA adopts a ‘bottom-up’ approach, with projects planned based on requests and needs submitted through elected representatives.
“This approach ensures that projects truly address local needs and deliver direct benefits to the people,” he added.
