Ima Mahdiah: Citizens' Aspirations Must Be Development Priority
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Deputy Speaker of the Jakarta Regional Legislative Council (DPRD), Ima Mahdiah, emphasised that the aspirations of citizens, conveyed through council members during recess periods, must be a primary focus and priority in the formulation of development programmes.
“Many residents hope that the various proposals submitted can be realised optimally and not hindered by budget limitations,” said Ima after attending the plenary session commemorating the 499th anniversary of Jakarta on Monday (22/6).
She stated that many members of the public have expressed aspirations that much-needed programmes should not be fragmented or reduced due to budgetary constraints.
She expressed hope that the Jakarta Provincial Government can optimise the Regional Revenue and Expenditure Budget (APBD) to deliver programmes that provide a direct impact on citizen welfare.
“With this surviving APBD, it is hoped that the Jakarta Provincial Government can continue to be creative in building Jakarta and targeting the improvement of public welfare,” she said.
Regarding the theme for Jakarta’s 499th anniversary, “Moving Towards a New Era for Jakarta”, Ima noted that the theme reflects the spirit of continuing development amidst a fiscal condition that differs from previous years.
According to her, as Jakarta approaches its 500th anniversary, all levels of the Provincial Government need to continue innovating so that the wheels of development and public services continue to function effectively.
“Even though the APBD conditions are not the same as last year, we must keep moving, remain creative, and continue various efforts to ensure Jakarta’s development engine keeps running,” she said.
She also called upon both the government and the community to continue strengthening collaboration in building the capital city.
She expressed hope that the Jakarta Provincial Government can continue to build public trust through quality services, while the community plays an active role in supporting various development programmes.
“Hopefully, the government and the community can continue to collaborate,” she said.
She added that the 499th anniversary of Jakarta serves as a momentum to continue strengthening development while resolving the various major issues faced by the community.
“The government must also continue to build public trust, so that residents feel comfortable and their needs can be met, especially for those who are not yet prosperous,” she concluded.