KLANG, June 29 -- The Klang Royal City Council (MBDK) reportedly said it has rejected a proposal to build a four-storey columbarium - a memorial facility for handling and storing human ashes - near a mosque in Kampung Raja Uda here.

Mingguan Malaysia reported Mayor Datuk Abd Hamid Hussain saying the decision was made during the One Stop Centre (OSC) Committee Meeting on Thursday, citing technical concerns and objections from local residents.

"However, the applicant may file an appeal to the Selangor State Town and Country Planning Department within 30 days.

"If they are still dissatisfied with the Appeal Board's decision, they may bring the matter to court," he was quoted saying.

He added that MBDK had followed proper procedures in re...