Plans to extend the MRT line from Lebak Bulus to Serpong are showing\nprogress. This project is a strategic effort to alleviate traffic\nburdens in the densely congested southern Jakarta corridor. Hopes are\nrising with the initiation of the initial study involving several\nparties.<\/p>\n
The Director General of Rail Transportation at the Ministry of\nTransportation, Allan Tandiono, revealed that the feasibility study for\nthe project has been underway since the beginning of this year. The\nstudy is being conducted by MRT Jakarta together with Sinar Mas Land as\npart of the initial exploration of the project. The government welcomes\nthis step as it is seen to open opportunities for developing mass\ntransportation to the capital\u2019s supporting regions.<\/p>\n
\u201cAt the beginning of this year, MRT Jakarta and Sinar Mas Land have\nindeed started the feasibility study for the extension of the Jakarta\nMRT line from Lebak Bulus to Serpong,\u201d he said in Jakarta, quoted on\nFriday (10\/4\/2026).<\/p>\n
This initial step signals that the project is no longer mere\ndiscourse but is entering a phase of more in-depth technical study. The\nfeasibility study process will examine various aspects, from passenger\npotential, investment requirements, to the economic impact on the area.\nThe results will greatly determine the project\u2019s future direction,\nwhether it can proceed to the next stage promptly or requires\nadjustments.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhich means we all welcome it, because every day there are many\npeople using this route; if there is an MRT, it will be good going\nforward as it will ease congestion on roads and tolls,\u201d Allan\nstated.<\/p>\n
The South Tangerang area has long been one of the largest commuter\npools to Jakarta. The high daily mobility of residents has made the need\nfor mass transportation modes increasingly urgent. The presence of the\nMRT is expected to provide a long-term solution to curb congestion while\nimproving travel efficiency.<\/p>\n
Allan also emphasised that this study process is targeted to be\ncompleted in less than a year. The study results will serve as the basis\nfor determining the project\u2019s continuation, including financing schemes\nand construction technicalities. The government places high hopes that\nthis study can provide a clear picture of the project\u2019s viability.<\/p>\n
\u201cAnd the target is for MRT Jakarta and Sinar Mas Land to complete\nthis study by the end of the year. It started at the beginning of the\nyear and is targeted to finish by the end of the year,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
With that deadline, stakeholders are now racing to ensure all data\nand analyses can be completed on time. The speed of completing the study\nis crucial so that the project does not face further delays like some\nother transportation plans. Additionally, certainty of the study results\nis needed to attract investor interest if the project is deemed\nfeasible.<\/p>\n
\u201cYes, we hope that the South Tangerang MRT feasibility study can be\ncompleted soon so we can know further how feasible the MRT from Lebak\nBulus to Serpong is,\u201d Allan remarked.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/ministry-of-transportation-announces-latest-update-on-jakarta-mrt-project-extending-to-south-tangerang-1775796658", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }