SHAH ALAM, Nov 13 — Selangor will introduce a RM30 public transport monthly subsidy, also known as the SEL 30 programme.
Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari said the programme is expected to benefit 13,000 transport users with a RM5 million allocation.
“SEL 30 is a special initiative for the people of Selangor, aimed at reducing costs and promoting the use of public transport.
“The Selangor Resilience Enhancement Package (SREP), launched this year, introduced a new state government initiative: a monthly incentive of RM30 designed to encourage more Selangor residents to use trains and buses,” he said when tabling the 2027 Selangor Budget during the State Legislative Assembly sitting today.
Previously, Amirudin announced a similar fare subsidy under SREP, which was launched on June 15, benefiting 50,000 commuters for six months until December.
To develop a well-structured “first-mile” and “last-mile” system, he said the state government has allocated RM24 million for this sector in 2027.
“Under the Second Selangor Plan, this administration aims to increase the public transportation ridership rate among the people of Selangor from the current 40 per cent to 60 per cent.
“As the state government, we acknowledge that the public transportation system officially falls under the purview of the federal government, as stipulated in the Ninth Schedule of the Federal Constitution.
“With a population of nearly 7.5 million, we have a responsibility to act proactively and complement federal-level efforts in developing a people-friendly public transportation ecosystem,” Amirudin said.
The Menteri Besar also announced that the state government, through the local authorities, will develop 35km of new pedestrian walkways across Selangor.
“A pedestrian audit will be completed by the end of this year. This will serve as a reference report for addressing issues related to pedestrian walkways, ensuring that Selangor’s entire public transport system is developed with a primary focus on user comfort.
“I am also interested in the compilation of 'Pedestrian Audit' videos carried out by (state executive councillor for investment, trade, and mobility) YB Ng Sze Han.
“I suggest that other State Assembly members and local councillors implement similar programs in their respective areas to help provide effective feedback to the local authorities,” he said.
The new pedestrian walkways will make it easier for the public to access key hubs, including public transport stations.
“Following the Mobility Symposium held last October, the state government received input from various non-governmental organisations and international experts, highlighting the need for safer and more comfortable pedestrian walkways throughout the state.
“We also recognise that an effective and user-friendly public transport system extends beyond just buses or train carriages.
“A key benchmark for the excellence of such a system is the quality and comfort of the pedestrian walkways that connect people to train or bus stations,” Amirudin said.
Similarly, Smart Selangor Bus routes will be enhanced and optimised across all key areas with a RM12 million allocation.
This initiative aims to connect the public to rail stations throughout Selangor, supporting our goal of increasing public transportation ridership.
“The Smart Selangor Bus service will be rebranded as ‘Bas Kita Selangor.’ This will be accompanied by more systematic and effective route management, as well as increased service frequency, for the benefit of the people,” he said.
To strengthen the public transport system and reduce the duplication of applications, systems, and information, the state government will introduce the 'Selangor Mobility Nexus' initiative.
“This Mobility Centre will be developed by Rantaian Mesra Sdn Bhd at a cost of RM1.5 million, with a primary focus on data integration.
“This includes the 'Journey Planner' (Selangor Integrated Transport System), 'Scan-to-Ride' features, user complaint management, and the mapping of mobility routes,” Amirudin said.
This aims to integrate all existing data and systems so the public will not need to rely on multiple apps to locate bus stops or check bus arrival times.
“The development of the 'Selangor Mobility Nexus, ' which is a ‘One-Stop Mobility Centre,’ will serve as an integration hub for mobility-related data and information that is currently fragmented across various agencies and stakeholders,” he said.
