Demarcation Process Between Putrajaya and Selangor Completed
Completion of Surveying and Mapping Work
The Department of Survey and Mapping Malaysia (JUPEM) has completed the demarcation process between Putrajaya and Selangor involving surveying and mapping work across 24 project plans. This milestone achievement marks a significant step towards the finalization of the boundary demarcation between the two territories.
Update on Remaining Demarcation Process
The Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa reported on the progress during the Federal Territories Agency Heads Meeting No. 3/2025, which she chaired at Menara Seri Wilayah today. According to her, the remaining demarcation process involves six out boundary problem areas identified by the Federal Territories Land and Mines Office since 2021 and another three areas based on JUPEM’s survey up to February last year.
Importance of Finalizing the Boundary
Dr Zaliha emphasized that finalizing the boundary is crucial to ensure more effective border enforcement, optimized land use for planned development, streamlined land revenue collection, and preventing encroachment and overlapping boundaries. She noted that the next step is to seek the Cabinet Meeting approval on behalf of Putrajaya and the Selangor State Executive Council to finalize the boundary demarcation.
Timeline for Finalization
The minister expressed hope that a joint agreement will be signed this year to officially establish the boundary lines between the two territories. She emphasized that it is essential to resolve this matter comprehensively within this year for the sustainable development of the Federal Territory of Putrajaya.
Conclusion
The completion of the demarcation process between Putrajaya and Selangor marks a significant milestone in the development of the Federal Territory. The finalization of the boundary demarcation is crucial for the effective management of the territory and the prevention of potential issues that may arise from overlapping boundaries.
FAQs
Q: What is the next step in the demarcation process?
A: The next step is to seek the Cabinet Meeting approval on behalf of Putrajaya and the Selangor State Executive Council to finalize the boundary demarcation.
Q: How many project plans were involved in the demarcation process?
A: The demarcation process involved 24 project plans.
Q: What are the benefits of finalizing the boundary demarcation?
A: Finalizing the boundary demarcation will ensure more effective border enforcement, optimized land use for planned development, streamlined land revenue collection, and preventing encroachment and overlapping boundaries.