All LRT & MRT stations in KL to get passenger safety doors
The public transportation system in Malaysia has always maintained a reputation for being pretty safe. But there are some incidents that slip through the cracks, including the tragic death of a Taiwanese man at the Pusat Bandar Puchong LRT station on 3rd June 2025.
In response to the incident, Transport Minister Anthony Loke has instructed Prasarana Malaysia Berhad to implement passenger platform doors at all MRT and LRT stations in Malaysia.
A few LRT stations are yet to have passenger safety doors
The death of a Taiwanese man at a Light Rail Transit (LRT) station has become a catalyst for revamping safety measures within Malaysia’s LRT network. This dire event occurred when the man, who was 63 years old, fell onto the tracks and was fatally hit by a train. He had entered Malaysia on 31st May.
The Pusat Bandar Puchong LRT Station platform.
Image credit: Wikimedia Commons
The incident has drawn attention to the urgent necessity for bolstered safety features at these stations. The Transport Minister has decisively instructed Prasarana to implement passenger platform doors—also referred to as platform screen doors—across all stations. According to Loke, and as quoted by Bernama, the new Mass Rapid Train (MRT) stations are already equipped with these doors.
However, a few LRT stations that are slightly older have yet to be upgraded with these doors.
The screen doors act as a crucial safety barrier between passengers and the train tracks, significantly reducing the risk of accidental falls and creating a safer traveling environment for commuters.
A passenger safety door at the Putrajaya Sentral MRT station.
Image credit: Rapid KL via Facebook
Installation will be a priority for passenger safety
The rollout of platform screen doors represents a noteworthy advancement but comes with considerable financial considerations. Minister Loke has conceded that installing these across all LRT stations will necessitate an additional budget.
Currently, Prasarana is actively developing plans and proposals to carry out this significant project. Despite the financial burdens, the Ministry remains resolute in its commitment to placing passenger safety at the forefront.
Past incidents and ongoing initiatives
This is not the first incident to underscore the need for heightened safety protocols at LRT stations.
Earlier this year, in February, another tragedy struck when a visually impaired individual lost his life after falling onto the tracks at the Titiwangsa LRT station. In response, the Transport Ministry has vowed to enhance safety measures, including the deployment of smart CCTV systems to detect dangerous behaviour and a long-term plan to install platform screen doors along all LRT lines, as reported by Malay Mail.
Safer public transport for allÂ
The untimely death of the Taiwanese passenger highlights a need for more safety measures in our public transportation. As Malaysia progresses with plans to install platform screen doors at all LRT stations, we can look forward to a safer and more dependable public transport system.
Cover image adapted from: Wikimedia Commons, RapidKL via Facebook