KUALA LUMPUR: Police expect the number of vehicles entering the capital to almost double ahead of the Chinese New Year celebration on Feb 17, driven by increased travel as people head back to their hometowns and to go shopping. We have identified several hotspot areas and will step up security and traffic control, particularly at locations frequented by the public,” he said. Among the ‘black spots’ identified are Jalan Kuching, Jalan Tun Razak, Jalan Sungai Besi, Jalan Damansara, Jalan Kepong and Lebuhraya Sultan Iskandar. Hotspot areas include the Segambut roundabout, Kepong roundabout, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Jalan Yap Kwan Seng, Kampung Pandan roundabout and Jalan Istana. He advised road users to comply with traffic regulations and follow enforcement officers’ instructions to help ensure smooth traffic flow throughout the festive period.

Source: The Star February 13, 2026 14:40 UTC