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DBKL slices up Havoc Food Festival in Setapak as traffic complaints boil over | Scoop
Severe traffic congestion at the Havoc Food Festival in Setapak has led to its immediate closure, following complaints from local residents. Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) ordered the festival to cease operations, citing disruption to the community and lack of a valid entertainment licence. - Screengrab via social media. January 11, 2025
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DBKL slices up Havoc Food Festival in Setapak as traffic complaints boil over

Nik Nazmi steps in after residents complain of congestion, authorities shut down unlicensed event

Scoop Reporters
Updated
12:47 PM MYT

 

KUALA LUMPUR – The Havoc Food Festival, which has been running since January 9 at the Sama Square car park in Setapak, has been ordered to cease operations immediately by Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) following complaints of severe traffic congestion affecting local residents.

Setiawangsa MP Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said in a statement that his office had received numerous complaints from residents since the event began.

According to Nik Nazmi, the festival was also being held without a valid entertainment licence from DBKL.

“Due to the extreme traffic congestion that has disrupted residents in the area, my office followed up with the authorities to take action.

“As a result, DBKL has instructed the organisers of the Havoc Food Festival to halt the event starting today,” he said.

Nik Nazmi also reminded event organisers in Setiawangsa to adhere to regulations and prioritise public welfare before planning any activities that might disturb the community.

“Organisers are reminded not to repeat this mistake. Any event must take into account the local situation and obtain the necessary approvals from the authorities,” he emphasised.

Earlier, social media posts by Setapak residents went viral, claiming that the Havoc Food Festival, which was set to run until January 12, had caused significant traffic problems in the area.

In an Instagram post, the organisers issued an apology for the cancellation of the event.

In an Instagram post, the organisers issued an apology for the cancellation of the event.

“The Havoc team would like to inform everyone that all activities related to HFF have been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances,” the ogranisers said.

“We deeply regret any inconvenience caused and sincerely apologise to all concerned. – January 11, 2025

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