Johor Menteri Besar Expresses Disappointment Over Delay in Women’s Shelter Project
Background
The Rumah Pesona Johor (RPJ), a women’s shelter project, was scheduled to be completed last year. However, the completion remains delayed, according to Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi.
Objective of the Project
The RPJ is a temporary shelter for female domestic violence victims, providing temporary accommodation and social and psychological support for women going through crises in their lives. The shelter is an initiative of the state government through the Darul Ta’zim Family Development Foundation (YKPDT).
Visit to the Construction Site
Onn Hafiz and Johor state committee for Women, Family, and Community Development chairperson, Khairin-Nisa Ismail, recently visited the shelter construction site to see the development for themselves. During the visit, Onn Hafiz instructed the appointed contractor company to be more proactive in ensuring that the project’s progress follows the set timeline and to report work developments to the state government regularly.
State Government’s Commitment
The state government takes every development project in Johor seriously, emphasizing that every project undertaken must adhere to the established timeline, as it directly impacts the well-being of the people of Johor. Onn Hafiz expressed his hope that the responsible parties will complete the work according to the specified KPIs without any delays and will continue to monitor the progress of this project and ensure that all involved parties fulfill their respective roles.
Project Details
According to Sinar Harian, the project involves repair works, upgrades, and the construction of another building completed with various facilities such as prayer rooms, treatment rooms, bedrooms, including counselling and psychotherapy services. Following its completion, the shelter is expected to house up to 30 individuals.
Conclusion
The delay in the completion of the RPJ is a cause for concern, and Onn Hafiz’s visit to the construction site serves as a reminder of the state government’s commitment to ensuring that all development projects in Johor are completed on time. The government’s emphasis on the importance of adhering to the established timeline is a testament to its dedication to the well-being of the people of Johor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the Rumah Pesona Johor (RPJ) project?
A: The RPJ is a temporary shelter for female domestic violence victims, providing temporary accommodation and social and psychological support for women going through crises in their lives.
Q: Who is responsible for the delay in the completion of the RPJ project?
A: The appointed contractor company is responsible for the delay in the completion of the project.
Q: How many individuals is the shelter expected to house?
A: The shelter is expected to house up to 30 individuals.
Q: What facilities are included in the shelter?
A: The shelter will have facilities such as prayer rooms, treatment rooms, bedrooms, including counselling and psychotherapy services.