Thaipusam Road Closures and Safety Measures in Place
Road Closures
In preparation for the upcoming Thaipusam celebration, the Selangor police chief, Hussein Omar Khan, has announced that seven roads around Batu Caves will be closed in stages from midnight on Sunday to February 14. This measure is necessary to ensure the smooth flow of traffic with the anticipated crowd during the celebration.
Affected Roads
The affected roads include:
- Kampung Melayu Batu Caves traffic light junction
- Middle Ring Road 2 (MRR2) turnoff to the Batu Caves temple
- Jalan Perusahaan heading towards the Batu Caves temple
- MRR2 turnoff from Sri Gombak heading to Susur Perusahaan
- Jalan Sri Batu Caves 8/Jalan Batu Caves Lama junction
- Sri Batu Caves traffic light junction
- From Batu Caves bypass heading towards the main gate of the Batu Caves temple
Traffic Management
Hussein Omar Khan emphasized that the road closure announcement will be displayed on electronic billboards at the Batu Caves roundabout and posted on the Gombak police headquarters Facebook page. He also assured that 1,306 police personnel will be deployed to ensure public safety throughout the celebration.
Visitors’ Guidelines
Visitors driving their own vehicles to the Batu Caves temple are advised to park at designated areas and ensure their vehicles are properly locked. Additionally, drones are prohibited in the temple area, and those wishing to fly drones must apply for and obtain approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia.
Conclusion
The road closures and safety measures are in place to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all visitors during the Thaipusam celebration. The Selangor police chief and his team are working tirelessly to ensure public safety and minimize disruptions.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What roads will be closed during Thaipusam?
A: Seven roads around Batu Caves will be closed in stages from midnight on Sunday to February 14. - Q: Why are the roads being closed?
A: The road closures are necessary to ensure the smooth flow of traffic with the anticipated crowd during the celebration. - Q: How many police personnel will be deployed to ensure public safety?
A: 1,306 police personnel will be deployed to ensure public safety throughout the celebration. - Q: Are drones allowed in the temple area?
A: No, drones are prohibited in the temple area. Those wishing to fly drones must apply for and obtain approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia.