KUALA LUMPUR: Despite recording severe congestion levels, the Federal Highway FT2 will not be upgraded, as the government has deemed the project economically unfeasible, Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said.
He explained that upgrading the Kuala Lumpur–Port Klang stretch would involve extensive land acquisition and high compensation costs, making the project impractical in densely developed urban areas.
According to Alexander, 2024 traffic readings classified FT2 under Level of Service F, the lowest category indicating heavy congestion. However, he stressed that infrastructure planning must balance cost efficiency with long-term effectiveness.
Instead of expanding existing highways, the government is prioritising alternative expressways and mass transit solutions. The upcoming LRT3 line is expected to play a crucial role in reducing reliance on private vehicles along the FT2 corridor.
Similarly, congestion along FT28 MRR2 is being addressed through supplementary expressways such as SUKE, while FT5 remains within acceptable capacity limits.
Alexander said the government’s approach reflects a broader shift towards integrated transport planning that combines road infrastructure with public transportation to deliver sustainable urban mobility solutions.