The 'Ghost Train' earned its spectral name due to its sudden appearance out of the thick fog, offering a fleeting glimpse before disappearing down the tracks. The KTMB service is an essential lifeline that has transformed their commute from remote areas, such as Kuala Gris, Bukit Abu and Ulu Temiang, making it organised, safe and reliable. For Form One student Nur Adriana Amani Mohd Zulkifli, 13, the train journey to school enriches her daily routine. Another student, Muhammad Mifzal Azfar Abdul Hafiz, 16, said that although he must wake up earlier than before, the morning train journey offers a pleasant experience. A Bernama survey observed parents standing on the platform, watching their children with visible relief as KTMB staff assisted the students to board the train.

Source: The Star January 11, 2026 03:21 UTC