Tuesday, December 30, 2014

Flash floods unresolved

The Star, Monday December 29, 2014

Kajang town inundated by flash floods less than two weeks ago.
Kajang town inundated by flash floods less than two weeks ago.

THE year 2014 has been an eventful one for Kajang folks, and not exactly for the right reasons.

First there was the by-election, after former Kajang PKR assemblyman Lee Chin Cheh resigned just eight months after he was elected.

Dubbed the “Kajang Move,” it was seen as an attempt to secure a place for Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in the Selangor state assembly, which would then pave the way for him to become Mentri Besar.

However, as he was still tied up in his legal wrangle, PKR president Datuk Dr Wan Azizah became the replacement candidate.

Months down the road, some Kajang residents feel that an end to their woes is a long way off despite promises to solve issues such as the frequent flash floods.

Flash floods happened in September, November and this month, all mainly affecting traders near Pasar Besar Kajang.

Some, like flowershop owner Low Hoon Hang, feel “misled by the promises made in Wan Azizah’s manifesto,” and felt that the by-election was a “waste of time.”

“There has not been much engagement between the current assemblyman and the rakyat in Kajang. We need a representative who is really for the people, not just in name only,” said Low, who is also Taman Bukit Mewah Phase 8 Residents Association chairman.

Low said traders near the market in particular, were dissatisfied the flash floods that had affected their businesses were still occurring.

Strolling past the shops in town, it is not uncommon to see elevated floors and high barriers — which cost thousands of ringgit in renovation work but a necessity for many shopowners to keep water from flowing into their stores and damaging their goods.

“It is bad to do business here now as insurance companies have blacklisted Kajang as a flood-prone area,” said Low.

Taman Sri Reko resident Sathyaseelan Tharmalingam agreed that more needed to be done to tackle the flash floods.

“The residential area is also affected, especially the field, roads and playground,” said Sathyaseelan.

“The authorities have raised the bridge near the market to a higher level but it is not enough to stop the heavy flow of water. There tends to be rubbish clogged up because people are treating the river like a rubbish bin,” he said.

He said overdevelopment in higher areas for commercial and residential projects was also to blame, as there were no trees to stop the flow and silt was washed down during rain.

Echoing Low’s views, Sathyaseelan said he had not seen much of Wan Azizah’s outreach work in Kajang.

“It was the same with Lee (Chin Cheh). In my opinion, the previous assemblyman, Cikgu Lee (Kim Sin) was a people’s representative. He was active in meeting residents and is still going around town today,” he said.

The by-election in Kajang took place after Chin Cheh resigned eight months after he was elected. — filepic
The by-election in Kajang took place after Chin Cheh resigned eight months after he was elected. — filepic
 
The Kajang Municipal Council (MPKj) has been working together with the Selangor Drainage and Irrigation Department (DID) and Public Works Department (PWD) for a comprehensive solution to the flood woes.

Former MPKj president Datuk Hassan Nawawi Abd Rahman, who retired earlier this month, had said DID was upgrading Sungai Jelok such as deepening the river while PWD would upgrade the bridge along Jalan Bukit in town which needs to be raised.

Plans were also in place to to build an underground retention pond and a dual-system retention pond to help mitigate flash floods in town.

MPKj’s quick response team (Pantas) has been getting the thumbs up from traders and residents alike for their quick clean-up process.

Meanwhile, Wan Azizah has maintained that she is doing all she can to solve issues in Kajang.

“The flood problem has been around for a long time, not only during my time as assemblyman,” she said, adding that she was on-site after the flash floods to speak to traders.

“I have spoken to DID on improving the drainage system. They have begun work for a retaining wall next to the market, which will hopefully help to reduce flash floods in the area,” she said.

On claims by residents that she was not on-ground often, Wan Azizah admitted that she sometimes had other obligations.

“I admit that I am not around all the time, especially when my husband is at court or when I am at the state assembly.

“When I can make it here, I will definitely be here. It is important as I have promised to offer my services to the people.

“For big issues such as the floods, of course I have to be on the ground. At other times, my service centre is always open,” she said, adding that she had a team of capable officers, councillors and staff who were ready to help.

Hulu Langat Wanita MCA president Loh Lai Kuen said while the flood problem had been an ongoing issue, Pakatan Rakyat did promise that it would resolve the issue within a certain period of time.

“As you can see, that has not happened,” said Loh.

She added that the “change of power,” from Lee Kim Sin to Lee Chin Cheh and then to Wan Azizah had caused “constant interruptions,” making it hard to carry out work properly.

“The people have elected Lee (Chin Cheh) and then he was removed, which feels to me like an act of betrayal to the rakyat,” said Loh.

She also noted that Wan Azizah had not been around Kajang often to monitor the situation there.

“As an assemblyman, one should be doing more on-ground work for the betterment of the public,” she said.

She said MCA was still servicing the people of Kajang but had limited resources.

“People are still free to visit our service centre if they need help,” she added.

Thursday, December 25, 2014

The Star, Thursday December 25, 2014 

Roads around the Pasar Besar Kajang area inundated following an hour-long afternoon downpour on Nov 12. — filepic
Roads around the Pasar Besar Kajang area inundated following an hour-long afternoon downpour on Nov 12. — filepic

THE Hulu Langat Chinese Industry and Commerce Association is willing to fund the flood control measures in Kajang.

Its chairman, Tan Sri Alex Chen, said the association members had agreed to donate if the local council or state government did not have enough funds to solve the frequent problem of flash floods in Kajang.

The association made the announcement in a press conference following the latest flood incident to hit the town on Dec 21.

“We are willing to give what it takes to solve the problem.

“We will also hire a hydraulic engineer to study the flash flood situation in Kajang and we will send the report to the state government,” said Chen.

Kajang Municipal Council (MPKj) public relations head Kamarul Izlan Sulaiman affirmed that a RM5.5mil project would be undertaken by the Drainage and Irrigation Department to widen Sungai Jelok and build a retaining wall at the Kajang market.

The work, he added, will start in March next year.

Chen said the association was willing to help the local authorities with the project and came up with a few suggestions.

“The critical point is at the river area near Plaza Metro Kajang, which runs under the bridge in Jalan Reko and the railway bridge,” he said.

He proposed that the river at the site be straightened and deepened, and its banks widened to facilitate the smooth flow of water.

“The work could help prevent Sungai Jelok overflowing in heavy rain,” he added.

Chen (third from right) and his association members at the press conference to announce their decision to help resolve the flash flood problem in Kajang.
Chen (third from right) and his association members at the press conference to announce their decision to help resolve the flash flood problem in Kajang.
Chen also urged the Kajang Municipal Council (MPKj) to provide more rubbish bins, especially in the fringes of town, to prevent indiscriminate dumping.

“During floods, the piles of rubbish by the roadside inevitably flows into the drains and rivers, compounding the problem.

“It is an eyesore and it tarnishes the image of Kajang,” he said, adding that MPKj should also increase the frequency of garbage collection.

“There are many things that can be done to solve the flash flood problem and we are here to work with the state government and relevant authorities,” he added.

“The floods have incurred losses for property owners,” he said.

Kajang has been hit by flash floods several times during the rainy season this year, the first one on Sept 29 where several commercial areas near the Pasar Besar Kajang were affected.

Barely two months later, on Nov 21, shop owners and traders in the area once again calculated their losses when a flash flood hit following a downpour.

On Dec 21, flash floods struck once again. This time, the association decided to help the state government resolve the problem.

Monday, December 22, 2014

Dogs drown as flash floods strike Kajang animal shelter during staff Christmas party

The Star, Sunday December 21, 2014 

Kajang town was inundated by flash floods on Saturday. - Photo courtesy of Pung Wai Hung
Kajang town was inundated by flash floods on Saturday. - Photo courtesy of Pung Wai Hung

PETALING JAYA: What was supposed to be a celebration of joy and sharing turned into tragedy when flash floods inundated an animal shelter in Kajang Saturday afternoon, drowning many rescued dogs - just when its staff was holding its Christmas party.

The rented premises of the Malaysia Independent Animal Rescue (MIAR) shelter, located about six metres from the banks of Sungai Kantan in Kajang, was flooded when the river overflowed due to heavy rain Saturday, drowning some of the rescued dogs, which were in cages.

"The water was seven feet (over two metres) high, and there were thirteen of us in the water trying to save the animals. We didn't want to leave them behind," said MIAR president Puspa Rani.

Puspa said that there were three workers, their family members, and other volunteers at the shelter for a Christmas party when it started flooding at around 3pm.

"Raj, one of my workers, had an electric shock when water flooded the power mains. He risked his life to rescue the animals and could have died. He is a hero," said Puspa.

Puspa herself laid her life on the line when she braved flood waters to rescue the caged dogs.

"The current was so strong and I had to cling to a tree. Despite suffering an electric shock, Raj swam over and saved me.

"He dragged me to the roof of the shelter, away from the water," recalled Puspa.

She related that the Fire and Rescue Department were unable to aid them as they were unable cross a bridge due to flood waters, and was thankful to volunteers who stayed to help the dogs.

Puspa said that they managed to save the "majority" of the dogs, but was unable to determine how many perished in the flood.

She said they also suffered personal losses such as their handphones as well as damage to their vehicles.

"Thank goodness nobody died, but most of us swallowed a lot of dirty water and suffered from cuts," said Puspa.

She said many neighbouring houses were also affected and urged the Government and local council to take action over the increasing occurrence of floods in the area.

Kajang Municipal Council (MPKj) council member Thiagarajah Rajagopal visited the shelter after receiving a call for help.

"The rescued dogs were wet and looked miserable, with volunteers attending to them.

"I think that they are lucky to be alive. From what I have heard, the currents were really strong and they could have been swept away," he said.

Thiagarajah said the shelter's grounds were covered in mud, with evidence of 2m-high water levels marked on the walls of the building.

"I saw the carcasses of the dead dogs piled up in a corner. It was very sad," he said.

Thiagarajah assured that MPKj and the Irrigation and Drainage Department were working to solve flooding problems in the area.

"We should see some major changes within the next three months," said Thiagarajah.

MIAR recently rescued 31 dogs in a raid on a Subang bungalow, suspected to be used for animal breeding on Dec 14.

Around 80 dogs, three cats, birds and even a gibbon were found on the premises when police raided the bungalow.

The Wildlife and National Parks Department and Veterinary Services Department are currently investigating the case.

Kajang struck by flash floods after heavy rain

The Star, Saturday December 20, 2014 

Kajang town inundated by flash floods. - Photo courtesy of Pung Wai Hung
Kajang town inundated by flash floods. - Photo courtesy of Pung Wai Hung

PETALING JAYA: A sudden but severe flash flood struck Kajang in Kuala Lumpur Saturday afternoon, but waters subsided as rapidly as they appeared after about an hour.

Reports of severe floods in Kajang appeared over social media, with pictures showing water levels knee-deep in various parts of Kajang town.

According to Hulu Langat MCA Youth chief Pung Wai Hung, the flood started at around 3pm, with about half of Kajang town submerged in flood waters.


Pung said that the water level reached a level of nearly two metres in some areas.

Photo studio owner Lim Yew Peng, 51, said his premises was inundated with about 20cm of water within half an hour.

"It came too fast. I did not manage to save some of my cameras and equipment," said Lim.

Lim said this was the third time this year Kajang suffered from severe floods.

"This time was the most serious. The water levels were so high that I even saw some cars floating on the street.

Pamela Lim, a volunteer at Malaysia Independent Animal Rescue (Miar), said that the shelter, which is situated by the river, was also affected. 
 
In a Facebook post, she described how volunteers "risked their lives" to save the dogs there, braving rising water levels to release them from their cages and get them to higher ground.

"We are still half-submerged. Flood waters almost reached the roof. We need temporary shelter now," said Lim.

"I'm hungry and the dogs are wet and cold. Electricity has been cut for safety and we will be in total darkness soon. This is an appeal for rescue," she said in a 7pm post.

A post on Kajang rep Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail's Facebook page said heavy rain caused the Kantan River to overflow.

"My Kajang office staff and the local council officers are on the ground to monitor the situation," read the 4.30pm post.

An hour later, she said that the floods had receded and the cleaning-up process was in progress.

Kajang Fire and Rescue department operations officer Zafiruddin Mohd Nasir said authorities received reports of the flash flood at about 4pm but that waters dissipated in about an hour.

"It (the floods) was not so severe. It came and went before we received any calls for dispatch help," he said.

Thursday, December 18, 2014

11-year-old girl molested in Kajang

The New Straits Times, 17 December 2014

By Hariz Mohd 
KUALA LUMPUR: Police are hunting for a Myanmar national after he had allegedly molested an 11-year-old girl in Kajang, Selangor yesterday.

The incident happened about 10.15am when the victim went to a grocery shop in Sungai Sekamat to buy eggs.

Kajang police chief Assistant Commissioner Ab Rashid Ab Wahab said the victim's mother had sent her to buy five eggs, but she returned home shortly after, saying that the shopkeeper had told her that the money was not enough.

"The mother then told her to return to the shop and ask why, as the money was more than enough.

"When the victim arrived for the second time, the shopkeeper grabbed the girl and started kissing her, while his hand groped her private part," Ab Rashid told reporters earlier today.

The victim managed to escape and ran back to her house and told her mother about the incident.

Ab Rashid said police went to the shop immediately after receiving a report, but the suspect had ran away.

The case is being investigated under Section 354 of the Penal Code.

On another case, Ab Rashid said police are looking for a road-bully suspect who smashed a government vehicle's side-mirror using a steering lock yesterday.

The incident happened about 5.45pm at Jalan Reko in Kajang when the suspect, who drove a Perodua MyVi, suddenly overtook and blocked a Toyota Hilux belonging to Hulu Langat Health Office.

"The MyVi driver, who was holding a steering lock, exited his vehicle and started hurling abusive words towards the 23-year-old driver.

"The victim did not exit his vehicle, and just sat inside the Hilux before the suspect started smashing the driver's side side-mirror."

He said the victim, who was scared, then sped-off and headed to the Kajang police station where he lodged a report.

The victim told police that the suspect might have been enraged after he accidentally passed by the latter's vehicle in close proximity at a nearby junction.

He said police have identified the suspect based on his vehicle's registration number.

However, when police went to his house address as stated in the vehicle registration system, the suspect no longer live there.

The case is being investigated under Section 506 and 427 of the Penal Code for causing damage to the amount of twenty-five ringgit and criminal intimidation.

Monday, December 15, 2014

RM5.5 Million To Overcome Floods In Kajang, Project Starts Immediately


Selangorkini, Saturday, 13 December 2014



KAJANG - The flood problem that occurs frequently in Kajang is expected to be solved following the Selangor government’s decision to approve the RM5.5 million allocation today. 

The decision was made after the Menteri Besar, Mohamed Azmin Ali, inspected for himself one of the locations that flood often occurs at; the Kajang Market.

“We want to look at the location site that causes a part of the flooding problem in Kajang, together with the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) and after listening to the briefing given, we have decided to agree to accept the proposal by the DID to upgrade the river in the area.

“It involves a cost of RM5.5 million and I have told the State Government Secretary to approve the allocation requested by the DID.

“The tender will start immediately because we want the work to commence early in 2015, which is only a few weeks away,” said Azmin after he visited the site.

He expects the upgrading work to begin as early as March 2015, as soon as the tender process is completed.

Azmin added that the upgrading involves widening the river from eight to 12 metres after several stalls built on the river reserve land is moved to a state government reserve land.

Azmin said that meanwhile, the improvement works have also started by building a retaining wall in front of the Kajang Market and to deepen the river to reduce the impact of natural disasters

- Selangorkini

MPKj president aims to create cycling record after retirement

The Star, Saturday December 13, 2014 

A horse-drawn carriage carrying Hasan Nawawi (in red) and his wife Norhalini during the retirement send-off.
A horse-drawn carriage carrying Hasan Nawawi (in red) and his wife Norhalini during the retirement send-off.

THE Kajang Municipal Council (MPKj) gave a grand retirement party for Datuk Hasan Nawawi Abd Rahman on his last day as the council president.

He arrived at the council's compound on a tandem bicycle with his wife, Datin Norhalini Mohd Ali in the back seat. They had cycled together from his home in Taman Desa Ros.

Some MPKj department heads and staff also joined in the convoy to give their former president, who is an avid cyclist, a memorable send-off.

MPKj staff performed traditional Malay dances in his honour and, being a good sport, Hasan Nawawi joined in spiritedly.

He has served MPKj for seven years, and over the course of his term, has made major improvements in areas under the council's jurisdiction.

Under his leadership, MPKj has managed to be awarded four-star local council rating from the Urban Wellbeing, Housing and Local Government Ministry from 2009 to 2015.

The council was also awarded four-star excellence award based on the financial management accountability index from the Auditor-General's Department in 2012.

The council also received recognition for its five-star portal from Malaysia Government Portals and Website Assessment this year.

One of the major works that Hasan Nawawi helmed was the upgrade of Kajang Stadium, now known as Kajang Square.

The rundown stadium was given a RM3mil facelift under which its tracks and toilets were repaired while a cafe and playground were added to the Kajang landmark.

He also launched a Love Corner — where three heart-shaped stones were placed in Kajang Square.

There is also a bicycle monument, a testament to his love for cycling.

Hasan Nawawi said these achievements were not his alone as they were the result of MPKj’s collective effort.

"I hope MPKj staff will carry on working hard to serve the Kajang community," he said and simultaneously urged residents to work together with the council to keep the township clean.

As an athletic person, he had also organised cycling and hiking trips with the staff.

“We cycled in Indonesia and even climbed Mount Kinabalu seven times.”

In October, four employees of MPKj did the country proud by becoming the first Malaysians to cycle across the Karakoram Highway, the highest paved international road in the world that connects Pakistan and China across the Karakoram mountain range.

Apart from cycling, he also organised various sports competition such as football and futsal for his staff.

“Sometimes we would play football or futsal together," said Hasan Nawawi, adding that these were the best memories that he would take with him in retirement.

As for his plans after retirement, he said he would like to create a world record by cycling 5,000km from China to Uzbekistan through the Silk Road next year.

Tuesday, December 2, 2014

Top 5 Kajang Restaurants

This article is from Hungry Go Where Malaysia

http://www.hungrygowhere.my/dining-guide/best-picks/top-5-kajang-restaurants-*aid-065a3101/

Best Picks
By Alice Yong
2 November 2014 11:49 AM Updated 24 Nov 2014
Top 5 Kajang Restaurants
There’s more to eat in Kajang than just satay. While those perennial skewers remain the town’s top crowd-puller, a slew of newer, trendier food outlets have popped up in and around the famous satay town; adding greater variety to the local food scene that has long been dominated by old-school Chinese restaurants and no-frill eateries. 
Here’s our guide to Kajang’s top five food and drink hot spots:

Coffee, cakes, and more at Le Moon’s

Freshly brewed illy coffee takes centrestage at Le Moon's alongside a house selection of oven-fresh pastries, bread, and cakes. Light meals range from pasta and pizza to sandwiches, soup, and some mains. The Italian pizza (RM26) hits the spot with its generous topping of chicken ham, cherry tomatoes, mushroom and grated cheese. Another choice pick is the indulgently rich spiced linguine alfredo (RM23.50).


Grated cheese galore atop Le Moon's pizza


The nutcracker!

Culinary passage to India at Basil LeavesBreakfast staples to kickstart the day ranges from vegetarian masala thosai (RM3) and roti telur (RM2.30) to piping hot idli and paal appam (RM1.50). Basil Leaves' crowd-pleasing banana leaf rice (from RM9 onwards per person) with a stellar cast of southern Indian curries, fried chicken, or fish and vegetable dishes is the runaway favourite come lunch and dinner time.


Basil Leaves' thosai masala comes with the full complement of chutneys for your dining pleasure


Or go with roti canai for a lighter bite
Viva Italia at MilanesePasta lovers will find numerous tempting options at Milanese such as smoked salmon aglio olio (RM20.90), linguine with pesto cream sauce (RM16.90) and spaghetti meatballs (RM17.90). The seafood pizza (RM19.90) stands out for its crispy thin base while steak lovers will find succour in the char-grilled sirloin (RM29.90). Warm and moist, the decadent chocolate cake (RM9.90) should appeal to sweet-toothed diners.


Look, ma! Smoked salmon pasta!


Milanese warms your heart with its chocolate cake

Quick and easy choices aplenty at DaikiThis low-key air-conditioned café sited next to New City Hotel is a step-up from Kajang’s kopitiams and no-frills Chinese restaurants. Half-boiled eggs with kaya and butter toasts at Daiki are served all-day long as are light bites such as takoyaki (Japanese wheat batter balls with diced octopus filling, RM3.90), garlic bread and yasai tempura (fried vegetable coated in crisp batter RM9.90).


Light and delicious takoyaki

For more substantial meals, an ample selection of local, Western or Japanese fare such as salmon cheese bento set (RM16.90), grilled chicken chop (RM12.90), goreng berlada fish or chicken with rice set (RM7.90), udon soup and seafood fried rice (RM10.90) are available.



If you're carbo-loading (with a side of protein), there's always the ayam goreng berlada set to fall on

Classic home-style Chinese dishes at Old Man RestaurantAfter a decade, the popular outpost that is Old Man Restaurant still draws hordes of locals to its double-storey premise. Popular mainstays to sample range from its signature superior fried rice with tobikko, and poon choi (Hakka-style prosperity pot of pricey goodies that requires advance booking), to typical tai chow dishes such as Guilin beancurd, Singapore fried meehoon, shark’s bone soup, deep-fried butter prawns and Mongolian pork ribs. Expect to pay about RM23 onwards per head for a meal here.


Guilin beancurd comes with thick gooey sauce and minced meat



Old Man Restaurant's superior fried rice with tobikko

Restoran Daiki

Halal • Japanese • Korean • Malaysian
118 Jalan S10/1, KajangTel 03 8733 8498

Old Man Restaurant

Chinese • Malaysian • Seafood • Steak & Grills 
5 No.7, Jalan Kajang Impian 1/11, Shah Alam (Central)
Mon - Sun: 12:00 - 23:00
Tel 012 345 0575

Milanese Italian Cuisine

Asian • European • Italian • Western 
Unit S-50B, Pearl Avenue Jalan Pasir Emas
Tel 03-87410348, 017-8543375

Le Moon's Eatery.Bakery.Zakka 

N0. 18-G, Commercial Village, Jade Hills Persiaran Jade Hills Utama 1/1  

Tel 012- 6203638, 010-2899585

Basil Leaves

Asian • Indian • Malaysian 
No. 85GG & 87GH Jalan TKS1, Taman Kajang Sentral
Tue - Sun: 07:00 - 22:30 Closed: Mon
Tel 03-87399415


Penning down the past

The Star, Tuesday December 2, 2014

Record of Kajang’s history: Tanarata International Schools students (from left) Rahulan Vasudevan, history teacher Vijay Pal Singh, students Ashweta Kaur Josan, Low Shin Ling and Diya Chandnani looking through the Kajang and its Surrounds book. — Photo by LOW BOON TAT
Record of Kajang’s history: Tanarata International Schools students (from left) Rahulan Vasudevan, history teacher Vijay Pal Singh, students Ashweta Kaur Josan, Low Shin Ling and Diya Chandnani looking through the Kajang and its Surrounds book. — Photo by LOW BOON TAT

THERE is much more to Kajang than just its famous satay or flash floods and traffic congestions.

The town has a long history, from the time large numbers of people settled there during the boom of the coffee, rubber and tin industries.

Determined to keep a written record of Kajang’s rich culture, heritage and development, the students and teachers of Tanarata International Schools have released a coffee table book titled Kajang and its Surrounds.

The project, the brainchild of the school’s managing director Amitabha Guha, involved more than 70 students from Year 8 and 9, who conducted research and interviews over a year.

They were guided by teachers from the History, English and Business departments.

Tanarata International Schools history teacher Vijay Pal Singh said the project was the school’s first attempt at publishing a book.

“As far as I know, there are no comprehensive books on Kajang’s history or its development through the ages,” said Vijay.

The 134-page book is divided into seven sections and traces Kajang’s history over the past 200 years, from its people to the buildings, notable events such as the Great Kajang Flood, as well as places of interest.

It also touches on surrounding townships such as Putrajaya and Bangi.

Along with interesting first-person accounts from long-time Kajang residents who have seen the town grow, the articles are also accompanied by black-and-white and coloured photographs.

Diya Chandnani, 16, one of the students involved in the project, said they conducted interviews, did research at libraries and online resources, and compiled all the information.

“It was a very interesting experience and involved a lot of work, but it was fun.

“We got to talk to a lot of different people and their opinions on various issues as well as the development of the township.

“It definitely helped us to understand Kajang better,” she said.

For Diya, an interesting experience was talking to plantation workers who used to work in estates in Kajang.

“They shared their experiences on the early days and how it was very different back then.

“If you wanted to attend school, you had to travel all the way to Kuala Lumpur.

“Today, Kajang has many good schools,” she said.

Vijay said many of the students did not know about the place’s history, although Tanarata was located within Kajang.

The project, incorporated into the students’ curriculum, was a good experience for them as they could learn history, geography and business, said Vijay.

“There is not much initiative to preserve Kajang’s heritage.

“We hope that this book not only acts as a coffee table or history book, but a historical record.

“Many of these places will otherwise be knocked down and forgotten over time,” he said.

The book is sold at RM100. Those who wish to get a copy can call Tanarata International Schools at 03-8737 7366.

For details, visit the school’s page at https://www.facebook.com/kajangViews.