(Miri, 26th) Recently, the garbage problem in Miri has become increasingly severe, with multiple areas experiencing garbage pile-ups. Sarawak DAP Secretary Alan Ling expressed deep concern over this today, urging the Miri City Council to address the issue and take effective measures to resolve the environmental sanitation crisis immediately.
Since the Miri City Council removed large garbage bins from various locations, the garbage disposal problem in Miri has worsened, with many areas turning into new “garbage mountain” hotspots.
He received complaints from residents this morning and personally visited the site next to Marudi High School in Permy, Miri, which has recently been exposed as a new garbage dump site. The situation is alarming, and residents are questioning: when did Miri transform from a renowned “Oil City” into a city piled with garbage?
Even more infuriating is that the beach near the City Council office has also turned into a “garbage beach.” This beach, once beloved by the public, is now devastated, litter-covered, making people hesitant to visit.
“This not only affects the quality of life of local residents but also severely damages Miri's city image. Ironically, as the problem worsens, the City Council has had to rely on non-governmental organizations to clean up the beach. However, due to the continuous accumulation of garbage, these efforts are minimally effective and fail to fundamentally improve the situation.”
Alan Ling stated that whether they are top leaders or councilors, they should not slack off due to their terms nearing expiration. As mayors or councilors, they must fulfill their duties and take concrete actions to address the concerns of residents rather than sitting idly by as the environment deteriorates.
He emphasized: “One must perform their duties while in office! As long as they are in office for a day, they must strive for the people of Miri for a day!”
Alan Ling urged the City Council to take immediate action to restore the garbage disposal mechanism and develop a long-term effective waste management plan to ensure Miri’s cityscape is no longer troubled by garbage, providing residents with a clean and tidy living environment.
Meanwhile, he also reminded the public that the city belongs to everyone, and especially at tourist attractions, we need to take responsibility for not littering. Only through mutual effort can Miri be clean again.
Since the Miri City Council removed large garbage bins from various locations, the garbage disposal problem in Miri has worsened, with many areas turning into new “garbage mountain” hotspots.
He received complaints from residents this morning and personally visited the site next to Marudi High School in Permy, Miri, which has recently been exposed as a new garbage dump site. The situation is alarming, and residents are questioning: when did Miri transform from a renowned “Oil City” into a city piled with garbage?
Even more infuriating is that the beach near the City Council office has also turned into a “garbage beach.” This beach, once beloved by the public, is now devastated, litter-covered, making people hesitant to visit.
“This not only affects the quality of life of local residents but also severely damages Miri's city image. Ironically, as the problem worsens, the City Council has had to rely on non-governmental organizations to clean up the beach. However, due to the continuous accumulation of garbage, these efforts are minimally effective and fail to fundamentally improve the situation.”
Alan Ling stated that whether they are top leaders or councilors, they should not slack off due to their terms nearing expiration. As mayors or councilors, they must fulfill their duties and take concrete actions to address the concerns of residents rather than sitting idly by as the environment deteriorates.
He emphasized: “One must perform their duties while in office! As long as they are in office for a day, they must strive for the people of Miri for a day!”
Alan Ling urged the City Council to take immediate action to restore the garbage disposal mechanism and develop a long-term effective waste management plan to ensure Miri’s cityscape is no longer troubled by garbage, providing residents with a clean and tidy living environment.
Meanwhile, he also reminded the public that the city belongs to everyone, and especially at tourist attractions, we need to take responsibility for not littering. Only through mutual effort can Miri be clean again.