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Rapid KL has prolonged its promotional free-fare period for the LRT3 Shah Alam Line through August 14, expanding access to shuttle buses and Park N' Ride facilities as part of efforts to encourage greater public transport adoption.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has announced a month-long free fare initiative for the LRT3 Shah Alam Line beginning June 29, allowing commuters to experience the service before regular pricing begins.
The LRT3 Shah Alam Line opened to strong user approval on June 29, with commuters praising reduced travel times and comfort. However, advocates for persons with disabilities have flagged opportunities to enhance accessibility features, particularly Braille signage.
The LRT3 Shah Alam Line began operations on June 29, with Prasarana expecting between 5,000 and 10,000 passengers on opening day. The operator projects ridership will grow to 67,000 daily within the first year as commuters adjust to the new service.
The completed LRT3 Shah Alam Line, stretching 37.8 kilometres across 20 stations from Bandar Utama to Johan Setia, will be officially launched by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Sunday, June 28, with the commercial opening date to be announced at the ceremony.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will conduct an official launch ceremony for the LRT3 Shah Alam line on Sunday, ahead of the line's commencement of public operations the following day.