Bandung Mayor Apologises as BRT Construction Causes Gridlock Until 2027

Bandung Mayor Muhammad Farhan has acknowledged receiving public complaints about the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) construction project causing traffic congestion in the city. He stated that the project will continue until 2027.

“Regarding the BRT inspection results, I have received a written report. Complaints about congestion have been detected since 14 August. There is one piece of content showing a chaotic condition,” he said recently.

He stressed that one of the reasons given by contractors was that the iron framework had been stolen. However, Farhan considered this not to be an excuse, as the important thing is to prove that the BRT provides benefits to the residents of Bandung.

“Now, frankly, I sincerely apologise. The BRT is still perceived very negatively in the eyes of Bandung residents,” he said.

Therefore, his administration is committed to ensuring that the planning, construction, and utilisation of the BRT provide excellent benefits for all residents of Bandung. He said the congestion problem is being addressed by the Bandung City Transport Agency.

“Several pavement sections are being tidied up. The most challenging part is the section causing congestion. Not only are pavements being repaired, but median strips are also being worked on. This work must not cause congestion,” he said.