KUALA LUMPUR: The works ministry will temporarily reduce the speed limit on all federal roads nationwide from 90 kilometres per hour (km/h) to 80 km/h starting tomorrow until Feb 13 in conjunction with the Chinese New Year celebration.
In a statement, the ministry said the temporary reduction in speed limit was among the measures being taken by the government to enhance road safety and reduce the risk of accidents that often occur during festive seasons.
The statement added that the ministry would also carry out integrated operations and road safety campaigns in conjunction with this year’s Chinese New Year celebration.
Non-critical road construction and maintenance works will also be suspended to avoid disrupting traffic flow during the period.
“This is in line with the spirit and aspiration of the MyJalan Programme launched by the ministry for all parties to jointly ensure safety and driving comfort, especially on federal roads,” it said.