Jakarta Highlights: 104 Unlicensed Padel Courts and Housing Renovation Programme
A number of news stories concerning Jakarta on Monday (16 March) merit further attention, ranging from 104 padel courts in South Jakarta lacking building permit approvals to a target of 663 homes to be renovated through the home renovation programme in 2026 by Baznas/Bazis Jakarta.
The following are the key news stories to review:
104 Padel Courts in South Jakarta Lack Building Permits
The South Jakarta Municipal Government recorded 104 padel courts within its territory that do not possess Building Approval Permits (PBG).
“For South Jakarta itself, there are 209 padel courts. As many as 105 units have permits, whilst 104 units do not have permits,” stated Ali Murthadho, Deputy Mayor of South Jakarta, during a sealing operation in Jagakarsa, Jakarta, on Monday.
DKI Conducts Surprise Inspections on Holiday Allowance Payments in North Jakarta
The DKI Jakarta Labour, Transmigration and Energy Department conducted surprise inspections at companies in North Jakarta to ensure employers paid Holiday Allowance (THR) to employees on Monday.
Citizens Enthusiastic About Exchanging New Currency at Gambir Station
A number of citizens showed enthusiasm in exchanging new currency provided by Bank Indonesia at the parking area of Gambir Station on Monday afternoon.
ANTARA reported that on Monday, citizens were seen queuing to exchange new currency denominations from Rp2,000 to Rp20,000, which would be distributed to relatives in their home villages.
Free WiFi and Books Accompany Travellers at Pasar Senen Station
Internet access, relatively comfortable seating, and tens of thousands of free books specifically for children are amongst the facilities provided for Lebaran travellers departing from Pasar Senen Station, Jakarta, during the 2026 Lebaran Transport Period.
DKI Targets 663 Homes to Be Renovated Through Baznas Housing Programme
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo set a target of 663 homes to be renovated through the home renovation programme in 2026 by the National Zakat Board (Baznas)/Bazis Jakarta.
“We are planning around 600 homes to be renovated. And in 2025, all 445 homes were already completed,” explained Pramono when met in Kemayoran, Central Jakarta, on Monday.