KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 7 — The Selangor government aims to complete at least five Taman Rekreasi Madani (recreational parks) in the state by the end of this year, to provide more modern and inclusive community recreation spaces.
State executive councillor for local government and tourism Dato' Ng Suee Lim said the development is being carried out in phases by local authorities in several identified locations, including in Sepang and Kuala Langat.
“I am confident that by the end of this year, between three to five Taman Rekreasi Madani can be completed. I believe the local authorities are already aware and prepared for their implementation.
“We want the parks to have 'Kita Selangor' characteristics and to ensure every community will have a more comprehensive facility,” he told reporters during the Matta Fair at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre here yesterday
Earlier, Ng launched 88 exhibition booths held in conjunction with Selangor's campaign to attract eight million tourists.
He said the recreational parks will be equipped with various facilities, including Wi-Fi access.
Meanwhile, Tourism Selangor chief executive officer Chua Yee Ling said the Taman Rekreasi Madani initiative is expected to boost tourist arrivals to the state, particularly in eco-tourism.
“We are indeed focused on promoting eco-tourism and agro-tourism in Selangor. We see that the state government is now giving serious attention to sustainable and green development,” she said.
In another development, Chua said Selangor recorded 4.14 million tourist arrivals in the first half of 2025, achieving 51 percent of its 2025 target, with promotions focused on areas such as Sabak Bernam and Kuala Selangor.
“We are also promoting packages under the Gombak-Hulu Langat Geopark, such as Batu Caves and Gua Damai. In the Hulu Selangor area, we have activities like paragliding and white-water rafting."
Earlier, Tourism Selangor introduced exclusive collections for Visit Selangor Year 2025, including commemorative stamps with Pos Malaysia and a ceramic line with Bangkita Ceramic Studio, a Kuala Langat-based SME owned by a Selangor native.
