Malaysia

After years of abandonment, Highland Towers to be demolished before year end

The court's decision allows the building structure, which has been abandoned for more than three decades, to be demolished.

Updated 1 month ago · Published on 14 Jun 2026 3:15PM

After years of abandonment, Highland Towers to be demolished before year end
MPAJ is currently in the process of coordinating further actions, especially for the party that will manage the demolition work. - June 14, 2026

THE Highland Towers condominium in Hulu Klang will be demolished before the end of this year after the Magistrate's Court approved the Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ) application last week.

Its Deputy Chairman, Hasrolnizam Shaari, said the court's decision allows the building structure, which has been abandoned for more than three decades, to be demolished.

He said the MPAJ is currently in the process of coordinating further actions, especially for the party that will manage the demolition work.

"We will organise a meeting involving the unit owners represented by the developer and insolvency.

Earlier in his speech, Hasrolnizam said that MPAJ was committed to implementing various green programs and initiatives that benefit the community.

He said that various activities are carried out by MPAJ, including recycling programs, cleanliness campaigns, tree planting activities, environmental education and various other efforts that support the sustainable development agenda in the administrative area.

He said that the World Environment Day celebration today also provides an opportunity for the public to re-evaluate their respective roles and responsibilities in preserving the environment.

"Environmental sustainability is not only the responsibility of the government or local authorities, but is the responsibility of the entire community.

"Every small action taken such as practising recycling, reducing the use of plastic, keeping the surrounding area clean and planting trees, can have a great impact on the well-being of the environment," he said. – June 14, 2026

Related News

Places / 3mth

Penang: Waterfall Cafe demolished; Owner claims CM was misled

Malaysia / 3mth

Welfare homes almost full, government prioritises the elderly, destitute and abandoned

Malaysia / 5mth

175 babies saved from being abandoned from 2022 to 2025

Malaysia / 8mth

Penang CM shoots down talk that Penang Undersea Tunnel Project abandoned

Opinion / 8mth

Selangor’s broken promise: When development becomes betrayal

Malaysia / 8mth

Residents advised to be cautious following rockfall at Mutiara Court

Spotlight

Malaysia

Koh, Amri families must wait longer for compensation after court upholds stay

Malaysia

Nicky Liow says AMK shirt was charity purchase, denies PKR link after Anwar photo sparks debate

By Alfian Z.M. Tahir

Malaysia

Cabinet unveils Tabung Haji RCI report as enforcement probes into possible breaches proceed

Malaysia

Jail sentence does not affect Shafie Apdal's position as ADUN – Speaker

Malaysia

‘We will respond after Kedah formally submits lease payment claims’ – Penang CM

Malaysia

Court to determine next step in Dr Mahathir's RM150 million defamation suit after medical update

Malaysia

Sepang keeps door open to permanent F1 return, but RM300 million price tag remains biggest obstacle

Malaysia

Father charged with murder of 18-month-old son three years after toddler’s death

Malaysia

Shafie Apdal jailed 5 weeks for contempt after court rules Zara Qairina remarks risk inquest integrity

World

Kumamoto quake kills 13 as Japan races to rescue survivors

World

Netanyahu hails ‘excellent’ talks with Trump as Middle East tensions flare up again

You may be interested

Malaysia

Government freezes RM10 billion in spending as Malaysia steps up fiscal consolidation drive

Malaysia

Police reject claims of payments, vote influence involving security personnel in Negeri election

Malaysia

Sanusi takes legal action against PH Selangor election director over alleged defamatory remarks

By Alfian Z.M. Tahir

Malaysia

Police dismantle three synthetic drug vape syndicates, seize RM45.6 million in contraband

Malaysia

TH supports report disclosure, 75 per cent of RCI recommendations implemented

Malaysia

Govt cuts debt pressure as fiscal reforms drive deficit lower

Malaysia

Malay leaders must avoid racial politics and embrace inclusive leadership, says Johari

Malaysia

Penang calls on UNHCR to ensure welfare of Rohingya community

By Ian McIntyre