Who criticised Baru Bian over the bridge project postponements?

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Gabungan Parti Sarawak Leaders Criticised Works Minister Baru Bian Over Bridge Project Postponements

Works Minister Baru Bian stated that leaders from Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) criticised him following his announcement of the postponement of three major bridge projects. These leaders alleged that he was not sufficiently advocating for increased funding from the federal government to continue the construction of these bridges.
Criticism Following Postponement Announcement

Baru Bian explained that the criticism from GPS leaders arose specifically when he revealed the federal government's decision to postpone the construction of three significant bridge projects. The postponement was attributed to financial constraints faced by the federal government.
Specific Bridge Projects Affected

The bridges in question were slated for construction over Batang Lupar, Batang Rambungan, and Batang Igan. These projects had initially received approval from the previous Barisan Nasional administration. Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak had previously committed federal government funding for the Batang Rambungan and Batang Igan bridges, with the federal government set to cover 50 per cent of the cost for the Batang Lupar bridge, the remainder to be borne by the state government.
State Government's Alternative Funding

Baru Bian expressed satisfaction with the Sarawak state government's decision to proceed with the construction of the Batang Lupar and Batang Rambungan bridges using its own financial resources. He indicated that if the state government possessed the financial means and capability, this would be a commendable course of action.
Federal Reimbursement Under Consideration

Regarding potential reimbursement of the state government's expenditure on these bridges, Baru Bian noted that no definitive decision has been made. A proposal submitted by the state government to the Ministry of Works two months prior, seeking reimbursement upon completion of the two bridges, is currently under study by the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Economic Affairs. Baru Bian confirmed he has forwarded this proposal to these two ministries for their decision.

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