Jakarta Legislator Backs Declaration to Combat Illegal Tramadol Circulation

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Member of Commission B of the DKI Jakarta Regional House of Representatives (DPRD), Wa Ode Herlina, supports the declaration made by the Central Jakarta City Leadership Coordination Forum (Forkopimko) and the community in eradicating the illegal distribution of tramadol in the Tanah Abang area.

“This firm and synergistic step is important to save the younger generation from the dangers of hard drug abuse,” said Wa Ode in Jakarta on Friday.

According to her, this declaration is a joint movement between the community, government, and combined apparatus to eradicate the distribution of tramadol.

“Without a prescription and medical supervision, this drug can have a negative impact on its users,” she said.

The DKI Jakarta DPRD member from Electoral District (Dapil) Jakarta 1 emphasised that the distribution of tramadol without a doctor’s prescription is a real threat, especially to the productive age group and school children.

“If left unchecked, the adverse effects of this hard drug not only damage the physical and mental health of adolescents, but can also trigger criminal acts and juvenile delinquency,” said Wa Ode.

The Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDIP) politician urged that the commitment to eradicating illegal tramadol be carried out consistently and not stop at ceremonial declarations.

She also encouraged increased regular monitoring, firm law enforcement against perpetrators and distributors of illegal drugs, as well as strengthened education about the dangers of hard drugs in schools and community environments.

Wa Ode added that synergy between the regional government, the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), the Indonesian National Police (Polri), and all elements of society is expected to close the space for the movement of illegal drug distribution.

“Thus, creating a safe and healthy environment for the growth and development of the nation’s next generation,” she said.