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“KPKT has channelled RM1.08 billion to Johor since 2022 for public housing, infrastructure upgrades and community facilities under its Sentuhan Kasih programme.”
Kuala Lumpur, 23th June 2026, 02.10pm – The Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) has allocated RM1.08 billion to Johor over the past four years to support upgrading, repair and maintenance works involving public infrastructure, community facilities and housing projects.
Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said the allocation, channelled since 2022, reflects the Madani government’s commitment to ensuring balanced and inclusive development across Johor.
According to Nga, the funding was implemented through KPKT’s annual Sentuhan Kasih programme, which focuses on identifying local needs and addressing issues faced by communities through direct engagement.
He said the ministry has conducted more than six official working visits to Johor over the past four years, allowing federal agencies to assess local concerns and monitor the delivery of assistance on the ground.
Nga added that the achievement also reflects close cooperation between the Federal Government and the Johor state administration in ensuring projects are implemented efficiently and deliver meaningful benefits to residents.
As part of the KPKT Sentuhan Kasih Johor 2026 programme, Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi is scheduled to join the minister during a visit to the Taman Ungku Tun Aminah flats in Skudai, where additional allocations will be announced for the upgrading of the more than 40-year-old housing scheme.
The two-day programme, which runs from Thursday to Friday, will cover 13 locations across Johor and forms part of the ministry’s continued efforts to engage residents and address local issues.
Supporting Johor’s Growth
Nga said Johor’s position as one of Malaysia’s major economic gateways requires quality housing, public facilities and urban infrastructure to support future growth.
He noted that as Johor continues attracting investments and strengthening its role as a regional economic hub, residents should also benefit from improved living environments and better public amenities.
MetProperty Analysis
The RM1.08 billion allocation highlights the increasing importance of urban renewal and ageing housing upgrades in mature townships across Johor.
As the state continues to attract investment through initiatives such as the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), maintaining older public housing and improving infrastructure will become increasingly important to ensure inclusive growth.
Beyond new developments, the upgrading of existing communities is expected to play a larger role in enhancing liveability and supporting Johor’s long-term urban development agenda.
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