Fresh LRT Kelana Jaya Line disruption sparks peak-hour chaos, with stranded commuters demanding WFH options and better maintenance
FRESH disruptions on the LRT Kelana Jaya Line triggered another wave of frustration among commuters this morning, with some calling for work-from-home arrangements as overcrowding and long waits once again affected passengers during peak hours.
One woman, frustrated by the situation, suggested on Threads that affected commuters should consider requesting work-from-home arrangements instead.
“Whoever wants to request WFH, just do it. If not, take MC because it’s not worth waiting for the LRT for such a long time under hot and crowded conditions. It’s so packed that you can’t even breathe.
“Never-ending problems during peak hours and weekdays,” she wrote.
She also urged Rapid KL to address the recurring issues, highlighting the impact on vulnerable groups.
“Please, Rapid KL, do something to fix your problem. Pity pregnant women, OKU (persons with disabilities), and senior citizens who are facing this issue,” she added.
The woman also shared a message, the source of which was not identified, stating that train services had been delayed because a train at Kelana Jaya station was unable to move due to a component issue, prompting alternative train services to be activated.
According to the message, trains were moving at reduced speeds and making extended stops at stations.
She also uploaded photographs showing crowded conditions at the train station.
The incident prompted comparisons with rail systems in neighbouring countries.
One commenter pointed out that Hong Kong MTR, which began operations in 1979, continues to operate smoothly during peak hours despite having older train interiors.
The same user also cited Singapore MRT, which began operating in 1987, as another example of a reliable urban rail system.
In contrast, the commenter said that the LRT Kelana Jaya Line, which began operations in 1998, continues to face recurring disruptions and delays.
“Malaysia is great at building, but maintenance has gone kelaut (gone out to sea),” the user said.
