Melaka Expands WRUR to Parliament Level, Ab Rauf Aims for Faster Public Issue Resolution
Programme extended to strengthen grassroots engagement
JASIN: Melaka Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh has announced the expansion of the Wakil Rakyat Untuk Rakyat (WRUR) programme to the parliamentary level to enhance the effectiveness of public service delivery.
He said the move aims to ensure elected representatives and government agencies engage more actively on the ground, allowing faster resolution of issues faced by local communities.
The initiative will begin in the Alor Gajah parliamentary constituency this year, focusing on direct engagement with residents.
Structured rollout across constituencies
The WRUR programme for this year starts in the Asahan state constituency from April 4 to 11, followed by Gadek and Machap Jaya in subsequent phases.
This phased implementation allows for comprehensive attention in each area, including community engagement sessions and programme activities.
The approach is also intended to strengthen the relationship between the government and the people through direct interaction.
Strong track record of resolving complaints
Ab Rauf said that 11 out of 28 state constituencies in Melaka have implemented WRUR so far.
Nearly 90 per cent of public complaints have been successfully resolved, with the remaining cases still under follow-up action.
He noted that this reflects the effectiveness of the programme’s hands-on and solution-oriented approach.
Development and welfare initiatives continue
Among key achievements in Asahan is the RM11 million Jus Water Treatment Plant Phase Two, expected to begin operations in May and benefit around 25,000 residents.
The programme also includes 10 initiatives involving more than 500 Orang Asli participants, ensuring inclusive development.
Over the past three years, more than 200 achievements have been recorded, including nearly RM23.9 million in welfare assistance distributed to residents in the area.
No urgent need for WFH policy
Separately, Ab Rauf stated that there is no immediate need to implement a work-from-home (WFH) policy in Melaka.
He said the state’s compact size and good connectivity make commuting more manageable compared to larger regions.
“With shorter travel distances and efficient infrastructure, WFH is not a pressing necessity in Melaka at this time,” he said.
-wilayah.com.my
