A Malaysian state plans to build new public toilets equipped with soft, background music and newspapers for people to enjoy while using the bathroom.
Officials announced that ”happy and healthy toilets” would be installed in popular spots in the northeastern state of Kelantan, The Star daily reported on Wednesday.
State public administration official Takiyuddin Hassan said the toilets, to be completed within three months, would have soothing music as well newspapers pasted on the doors.
”This would make it interesting for the user to spend more time in the toilet, reading something interesting. This way, he would appreciate toilets and make it a point to ensure the cleanliness of such areas because he is sure to make a repeat visit,” Takiyuddin was quoted as saying.
He said if the public did not make the effort to maintain the conditions of the toilets, the public toilets would still end up being ”dirty and nauseating”. – Sapa-DPA