Rantau Panjang wants its buzz back — and traders hope ECRL is the answer

The proposal to extend the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) alignment from Kota Bharu to Rantau Panjang announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is seen not merely as a new transport option, but as a potential catalyst to revitalize economic activities in the town.

For those who have earned their livelihood there for decades, ECRL represents more than just tracks and trains; it offers a chance to see Rantau Panjang return to being a bustling, vibrant hub that draws crowds once again.

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