The iconic Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC), a magnet for both locals and tourists, is now facing an issue that dampens its allure.
Foreigners sell corn outside KLCC
A recent social media uproar has been ignited by a video, surfaced on X, showcasing illegal street vendors, particularly foreign nationals, conducting business on pedestrian walkways outside KLCC.
These vendors, selling grilled corn, have been criticized for not only causing inconvenience but also leaving behind a trail of litter, detracting from the area’s cleanliness and aesthetic appeal.
The situation at KLCC has raised concerns among the online community.
Netizens urge government to take action
Most netizens are calling for authoritative intervention to curb this unchecked proliferation of street vendors.
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“DBKL (Kuala Lumpur City Hall) and the auxiliary police are indeed present in the KLCC area every night, but it’s unclear what their function is there,”
This call for action stems from a desire to uphold KLCC’s reputation as a premier tourist destination.
The prevailing sentiment is that such unregulated activities not only mar the visual beauty of the location but could also potentially pose safety risks.
“Even at the Ampang Park station’s side, there is illegal business littering the walkway. So, anyone using a baby stroller or wheelchair has to use the road to walk.”
The issue extends beyond KLCC, as social media users have highlighted similar occurrences in other popular areas of Kuala Lumpur.
They are urging authorities to address this problem across the city to preserve its image and ensure public safety.
The growing consensus is that immediate and decisive action is necessary to maintain the integrity and appeal of these key tourist hotspots.
