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Classic fire engine featured in Madani event IPOH: A classic British-made Dennis Fire Engine, estimated to be about a century old, has become one of the main attractions for visitors to the Madani Rakyat event at Bulatan Sultan Azlan Shah here. Perak Fire and Rescue Department Fire Safety Division senior fire superintendent II Md Taufik Asyarun Zainuddin said the engine is one of the heritage assets preserved at the department’s Mechanical Engineering Centre in Sepang, Selangor. “It is not just a classic asset, but also carries high historical value as it is among the earliest fire engines used. “This engine is kept at the Engineering Division in Salak Tinggi, Selangor, which is responsible for its maintenance.” He said the vehicle is still operational for short distances and equipped with various basic tools that were once used in firefighting operations. “With its tall, elongated front grille, the prominent ‘Dennis’ badge at the front and classic round headlights, this engine stands out with its own identity. “Also complementing its classic features is a traditional bell that was once used as an emergency signal.” Md Taufik said the inclusion of the Dennis Fire Engine at the event allows visitors to understand the evolution of fire engines from the classic era to the modern age. “Visitors can not only view it up close but are also allowed to climb aboard, sit in the driver’s seat and experience holding the steering wheel of this classic vehicle.” – Bernama

Revamped Chinatown wows local, foreign visitors

KUALA LUMPUR: The Petaling Street area, better known as Chinatown, still features the familiar rhythm of bargaining voices and allure of street food. But today, the historic enclave offers a renewed charm that is captivating local and international visitors. It has become a must-visit for coffee enthusiasts and urban explorers, with a growing cluster of aesthetic cafes breathing new life into its ageing shophouses. Revitalisation efforts led by Kuala Lumpur City Hall, in collaboration with the private sector, have extended beyond Petaling Street. Previously neglected corners have been reimagined into vibrant spaces and transformed into popular backdrops for photos and social media content. Among the highlights is Kwai Chai Hong, between Lorong Panggung and Petaling Street. Once a dim alley, it has undergone a transformation into one of the city’s most Instagrammable mural spaces. Set against interactive murals depicting everyday life in the 1960s, Kwai Chai Hong, which translates from Cantonese as “Little Ghost Lane”, has become transformed into popular backdrops for photography Neglected corners reimagined into vibrant spaces and

The project’s main scope includes roof replacement, reorganisation of electrical wiring systems, as well as restructuring of hawker spaces into more orderly, covered areas, with a total cost of about RM7 million. – ADAM AMIR HAMZAH/THESUN

maintenance would remain a priority, including prompt action on any reported facility damage to ensure upgraded amenities remain functional, Bernama reported. “City Hall is committed to ensuring infrastructure and public facilities are always in the best condition, clean, safe and well maintained, while ensuring hawker and business operations comply with established guidelines. “This is to provide a comfortable experience for visitors and enhance Kuala Lumpur’s appeal as a leading tourism destination.”

Street upgrading project, which began on March 3 last year, is expected to be fully completed by May 1 this year. The effort involves close collaboration with the Petaling Street Hawkers Association, Petaling Street Traders Association, consultants and contractors. The project’s main scope includes roof replacement, reorganisation of electrical wiring systems, as well as restructuring of hawker spaces into more orderly, covered areas, with a total cost of about RM7 million. City Hall said long-term

a focal point for visitors. Nearby, the revitalised Lee Lam Thye Market has also emerged as a key attraction. It stands as a landmark that blends traditional architecture with contemporary aesthetics. Known for its high green roof, earning it the nickname “Green Dragon”, the structure underwent a large upgrade, including the replacement of its old roofing system with a sturdier one. The project, completed in December 2025, was carried out in three phases beginning April the same year. City Hall said the Petaling

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