Abdullah, Muhammad Faris and Rabe, Noor Suzilawati (2026) 'Bangun KL' aims to cure gridlock blues. The Sun, NA (NA). p. 10.
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Abstract
Urban mobility in Kuala Lumpur continues to face persistent challenges, particularly due to peak-hour congestion and inefficient traffic flow across the Klang Valley. This paper critically assesses the ‘Bangun KL’ initiative, a demand-side management strategy that encourages commuters to begin their journeys earlier in order to redistribute traffic volume and alleviate peak-hour pressure. Grounded in the principles of temporal decoupling and peak-load distribution, the initiative offers an alternative to conventional supply-side solutions such as infrastructure expansion, which are often undermined by induced demand. The analysis highlights the potential of ‘Bangun KL’ to enhance individual commuter well-being, reduce travel stress, and improve overall urban liveability by flattening congestion curves. However, its effectiveness is contingent upon complementary measures, including the implementation of flexible work arrangements, early-morning economic incentives, and strong integration with public transport systems and transit-oriented development. The paper also emphasises the role of work-from-home practices in reducing travel demand. While behavioural adaptation remains a key challenge, the initiative demonstrates a pragmatic and human-centric approach to optimising existing urban systems. Ultimately, ‘Bangun KL’ represents a promising, low-cost intervention that prioritises time efficiency and sustainable mobility within the evolving urban landscape of Kuala Lumpur.
| Item Type: | Article (Newspaper) |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Bangun KL, urban mobility, demand side management |
| Subjects: | H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) N Fine Arts > NA Architecture > NA9000 Aesthetics of cities. City planning and beautifying > NA9053.R4 City planning |
| Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button): | Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design > Department of Urban & Regional Planning |
| Depositing User: | Muhammad Faris Abdullah |
| Date Deposited: | 28 Apr 2026 08:55 |
| Last Modified: | 28 Apr 2026 08:55 |
| Queue Number: | 2026-04-Q3077 |
| URI: | http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/128650 |
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