SHAH ALAM, Feb 25 — The Education Ministry (MOE) had approved RM16.9 million to repair four schools in Sijangkang, Kuala Langat, that were damaged by a severe storm in October.
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said immediate action was taken following the storm, with technical evaluations conducted as early as the following day of the incident.
Repair works were also fast-tracked via a special direct appointment, while approval of scope adjustments were made based on site needs, she added.
“The (RM16.9 million) cost was determined based on verified project scope and technical estimates by the Public Works Department (JKR), to ensure the repair works are carried out in an orderly and safe manner, in compliance with current technical standards and procedures,” she said in a written parliamentary reply.
Fadhlina was responding to a question by Kuala Langat MP Ahmad Yunis Hairi, who had asked about the total cost of repairs for the four affected schools and whether the new school session proceeded smoothly at the affected schools.
According to the minister, repair works for three of the four schools were completed ahead of schedule, allowing face-to-face classes to resume without prolonged disruption.
SMK Sijangkang and SK Sijangkang Jaya were reopened on January 12, while SK Kampung Medan conducted a combination of face-to-face learning and home-based teaching and learning (PdPR) from January 12 to 14, before normal classroom learning resumed.
Meanwhile, SK Jalan Tanjung was fully repaired on January 27 and began operations on February 3.
“This achievement reflects MOE’s swift action and commitment to safeguarding students’ safety, while restoring the continuity of learning within a short period,” she said.
Previously, on October 15, 2025, it was reported that an evening storm had caused damage to various buildings and structures around Sijangkang, including homes, schools and the Sijangkang State Constituency’s coordination office.
It was later reported that the storm was caused by the movement of a squall line that brought thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds over a short period.
