Malaysia has introduced its first ‘Glow-In-The-Dark’ road in Semenyih, Selangor as part of the MYJalan campaign, focusing on road maintenance and the integration of innovative technology.
First ‘Glow-in-the-dark’ road in Malaysia
This initiative is implemented at the intersection of Jalan Sungai Lalang (B19) and Jalan Sungai Tekali (B16), covering a length of 245 meters with 490 meters of painted road.
The Hulu Langat District Public Works Department has overseen this project, applying luminous paint on traffic lines to enhance night-time driving safety, particularly in areas without streetlights.
Alexander Nanta Linggi, the Minister of Works, visited the site to assess the project’s effectiveness.
Glow up for 10 hours in darkness
He noted that while the road represents a significant step towards safer driving conditions, the Ministry is still evaluating its overall effectiveness and managing the high costs involved.
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The paint can glow for up to 10 hours in darkness, offering improved visibility even during rainy conditions,” he added.
Linggi expressed gratitude to the teams from the Public Works Department (PWD) and the Ministry of Works (MOW) and acknowledged the presence of YB Mohd Sany Hamzan, the Member of Parliament for Hulu Langat, during his visit.
