Congestion uncontrolled

Congestion uncontrolled

BOGOR, West Java (JP): Temporary kiosks erected around the
razed Kebon Kembang market have worsened congestion, which so far
has remained unchecked.

Traffic jams around Jl. M.A. Salmun, Jl. Dewi Sartika and Jl.
Nyi Raja Permas have led public transportation passengers to
leave the vehicles and walk at least 30 minutes to their
destinations.

Drivers complained of a drop in income by up to Rp 10,000
daily, which they said was caused by congestion since the fire on
March 30.

"Before the market caught fire, we could get up to Rp 20,000
daily," Alimbi, a driver said.

The narrow road outside the razed site has become even smaller
from the temporary stalls for the market traders.

The public relations officer of the township, M. Basit, said
Bogor has no alternative to the current routing of traffic.

"We hope the temporary situation will not last long," he said,
adding that township agencies will soon work together to solve
the traffic problem. (21/anr)