Kelantan government demolishes illegal Rohingya settlements on state land

The Kelantan state government in Malaysia has taken decisive action, demolishing an illegal commercial premise and three residential homes constructed by Rohingya individuals on state-owned land in Pechong. The operation targeted structures erected without the necessary planning permits or explicit consent from local authorities.

Hilmi Abdullah, Chairman of the State Committee for Local Government, Housing, Health, and Environment, confirmed the demolition. He highlighted that the unauthorized structures, including one used as a religious study center, were built on land belonging to the Kelantan Land Commissioner. The situation was exacerbated by the premise being subsequently rented out to Rohingya individuals.

"This firm action is taken to combat illegal encroachment on state land, as well as to curb the issue of settlements by undocumented foreign nationals," Abdullah stated. He emphasized the state government's commitment to uncompromising measures against any party involved in illegally occupying, developing, or renting out reserve and state lands to foreigners.

The demolition underscores the government's stance against unauthorized land use and the presence of undocumented immigrants, aiming to maintain order and control over state resources.

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This firm action is taken to combat illegal encroachment on state land, as well as to curb the issue of settlements by undocumented foreign nationals.