Jakarta Council Focuses on Fulfilling Basic Public Infrastructure

Commission D of the Jakarta Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) is urging the Jakarta Highways Agency to prioritise the fulfilment of basic community infrastructure needs during budget preparation and implementation.

Vice Chairman of the Jakarta DPRD, Wibi Andrino, who also serves as the coordinator for Commission D, emphasised that programmes directly related to community needs must not be neglected due to budget constraints. He further stated that programme implementation must not be delayed, specifically regarding the repair of neighbourhood roads, road paving, and public street lighting (PJU).

“We must ensure that fundamental things needed by the community are not left without budget or delayed,” said Wibi.

As the city undergoes a transformation into a global city, he continued, Jakarta must focus on infrastructure development that is more oriented towards the comfort and safety of its citizens, particularly pedestrians. Consequently, Wibi requested that the Highways Agency establish clear targets, noting that sidewalk construction is vital to realising Jakarta as a pedestrian-friendly city.

He argued that the Jakarta Provincial Government must ensure the fulfilment of basic community needs before discussing more complex urban development concepts. “Issues regarding pedestrians, potholes, bridges, and congestion—these are the fundamental aspirations of our constituents,” said Wiped.

Meanwhile, Commission D member Matnoor Tindoan highlighted that certain road sections still lack sidewalks and safety facilities for road users. Such conditions pose potential dangers to the public, especially on road sections bordering rivers or water channels, which require secure barriers.

“To ensure the safety of citizens,” he said. For this reason, he requested the Highways Agency to prioritise the construction of road safety facilities, such as pavements and guardrails, particularly in high-risk locations, to ensure the public remains safe while using public spaces. “This is our duty,” added Matnoor.