KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 7 -- Visitors to 11 beaches in Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan must adhere to a tent ban enforced by the Port Dickson Municipal Council (MPPD).
Utusan Malaysia reported that state executive councillor for local government development, housing, and transport, J. Arul Kumar, said the move aims to prevent a repeat of past issues linked to the uncontrolled setup of 'blue tents' at Telok Kemang Beach.
"MPPD is responsible for maintaining public beaches, so I see no issue with the enforcement.
"If tents are put up indiscriminately, the same problems will arise. Besides obstructing views and creating clutter, it may also lead to unauthorised commercial activities.
"Some visitors leave rubbish everywhere or even start bonfires,...