GOMBAK, Feb 7 — In conjunction with the Thaipusam celebration, seven roads around Batu Caves will be closed in stages from midnight this Sunday until February 14.
GOMBAK, Feb 7 — In conjunction with the Thaipusam celebration, seven roads around Batu Caves will be closed in stages from midnight this Sunday until February 14.
According to Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan, the closures are intended to maintain smooth traffic flow given the large crowds expected. The affected roads include the Kampung Melayu Batu Caves traffic light junction, the Middle Ring Road 2 (MRR2) ramp toward the Batu Caves Temple, Jalan Perusahaan leading to the temple, and the MRR2 turnoff from Sri Gombak to Susur Perusahaan. Other routes impacted are the Jalan Seri Batu Caves 8/Jalan Batu Caves Lama junction, the Sri Batu Caves traffic light junction, and the Batu Caves Bypass leading to the main temple entrance.
Hussein announced these details at a press conference on Op Palu yesterday, adding that the closures would be displayed on electronic billboards at the Batu Caves Roundabout and shared via the Gombak District Police Headquarters’ Facebook page. He also confirmed that 1,306 police personnel will be deployed to ensure public safety throughout Thaipusam.
Drivers are encouraged to park in designated areas and secure their vehicles properly. Additionally, drone flights are prohibited near the temple unless prior approval is obtained from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia. — Bernama
During a visit to Batu Caves on February 6, 2025, Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan explained that the closures were necessary to ensure smooth traffic flow, given the large crowds expected for the celebration. — Bernama pic
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