On the other hand, the LRT comes with several advantages that make it suitable for Penang. It has been deployed on a large scale in major cities and has proven its capability as a people mover.

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However, to have ART as “the solution” for Penang is not the way to go. Penang needs to go for the LRT for the long term. Most Penangites look forward to it.