The Pahang government has urged Genting Malaysia Bhd to ensure that any upcoming toll charge for Jalan Genting Highlands takes into account the welfare of local communities.
State Public Works, Transport and Health Committee chairman Datuk Razali Kassim said daily road users, including workers, parents sending children to school, and residents who rely on the route — must not be adversely affected.
Bentong MP Young Syefura Othman also called for reasonable toll rates that do not burden motorists. She said Genting Malaysia should deploy an efficient payment system to prevent congestion from the Karak Highway and Batang Kali, and consider exemptions or discounts for local residents, employees, and families with school-going children.
Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi later clarified that the route entering Jalan Genting Highlands is not a Federal Road but sits entirely on privately owned land. He said regulatory oversight for safety, technical standards, and compliance falls under the Pahang state government and the Bentong Municipal Council, adding that KKR has no legal authority over the route.
He said the ministry is aware of public concern and is monitoring the issue, but any enforcement or approval process lies with state authorities.
Young Syefura added that continuous slope monitoring and road maintenance remain essential, especially as visitor numbers are expected to rise ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026.
As reported previously, motorists heading up to Genting Highlands will soon face a vehicle fee, with Genting Malaysia confirming that the charge will fund maintenance of the 24 KM private road. The fee amount and start date have yet to be finalised.
Genting Malaysia has maintained the steep, high-risk route at its own cost since the 1960s. The company said constant repairs, emergency readiness, and slope reinforcement have become increasingly expensive due to heavy usage and challenging terrain.
The fee is described as a private initiative on privately owned land, guided by the user-pays principle to ensure long-term safety and sustainability.
Source: FMT & Harian Metro
