Eviction: Who is to blame?

Eviction: Who is to blame?

From Media Indonesia

Evictions seem to be on the rise now, with the result that thousands of people have lost their homes and are consequently suffering both economically and psychologically.

Economic hardships may prompt some of these evicted people to turn to crime, while the psychological impact of their plight may lead to hatred and revenge.

As every citizen is entitled to a decent home, the government is responsible for ensuring that their citizens are not left homeless. In addition, the government must also take stern measures against those people who, taking advantage of other people's ignorance of housing and land laws, have sold plots of land in fraudulent transactions.

DIAN ANGGRAENI, Surabaya