KOTA BHARU, March 27 — The construction of a hydroelectric dam in Nenggiri, Gua Musang is currently in the implementation stage, says Energy and Natural Resources Minister Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan.
“The dam, which is expected to operate in 2026, will deliver 300 megawatts of power to the National Grid when completed, apart from being a source of water supply. Commenting further, Takiyuddin also denied allegations from some quarters claiming that the government did not care about the interests of the Orang Asli following the construction of the dam.
“The law says we cannot arbitrarily take the land of certain people without proper compensation, so compensation and consolation have been given including the construction of houses for those involved.
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