Local government in George Town just threw down some concrete justice on Jalan Burma. The Penang Island City Council put up barriers and painted double yellows along a stretch from Cantonment to Jones, making it a total no-stop zone. Their goal was to stop drivers from parking on the roadside, a move they say was creating brutal traffic snarls. The council claims traffic is moving better now, with less risky pedestrian dodging. They also pointed to a nearby lane, Solok Moulmein, where they set up loading areas for business deliveries.
This whole situation blew up online after some merchants on that road got pissed. These traders staged a protest, arguing the new rules are killing their sales because customers can't pull over to buy stuff anymore. They say people need to park and walk from other spots now.
The council's statement doubled down, insisting the main roads need to stay clear for actual driving. They mentioned that plenty of proper parking exists in the neighborhood for folks who want to shop. According to them, the barriers are about safety and keeping lanes open, especially when everyone's trying to get to work or go home.
This whole situation blew up online after some merchants on that road got pissed. These traders staged a protest, arguing the new rules are killing their sales because customers can't pull over to buy stuff anymore. They say people need to park and walk from other spots now.
The council's statement doubled down, insisting the main roads need to stay clear for actual driving. They mentioned that plenty of proper parking exists in the neighborhood for folks who want to shop. According to them, the barriers are about safety and keeping lanes open, especially when everyone's trying to get to work or go home.
