KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 1 -- Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) marked Federal Territories Day with a reminder that the capital's progress relies not only on government upgrades but also on residents helping to protect the city's shared infrastructure - a message underscored by persistent vandalism across several housing areas.

In a Facebook post today, DBKL said Kuala Lumpur's 52 years as a federal territory were built on "the collective effort, sacrifices and sense of responsibility of its people".

The council added that every public facility symbolises the city's commitment to keeping daily life "safe, orderly and prosperous".

DBKL said it continues to strengthen upkeep at People's Housing Projects (PPR) and Public Housing (PA), noting that a...