By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, Nov 11: The Transit Centres for the Homeless (TTG) in Bintulu and Miri are completed and expected to begin operations by the first quarter of 2027 to provide temporary shelter facilities for homeless individuals in both areas.
According to a TVS report, Sarawak Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah said both buildings have been fully constructed, while non-government organisations (NGOs) expected to manage and operate the facilities have already been identified.
The transition centre in Miri is expected to start operations in December 2026, while Bintulu will follow in January 2027, barring any unforeseen circumstances.
“Preparations are currently focused on setting up furniture and equipment to ensure both premises are ready to receive residents.
“God willing, the transition centres Miri and Bintulu will be operational soon, and we hope these facilities will assist homeless individuals who have no shelter and are forced to sleep on shop porches,” she said at a press conference held in conjunction with a courtesy call from the Hidayah Centre Foundation (HCF) Sarawak.
Fatimah added that her ministry remains committed to expanding strategic cooperation with NGOs, government agencies, and the private sector to ensure vulnerable groups receive temporary shelter and appropriate social support. – DayakDaily
