Pramono to Expand Free Public Transport Recipients to 21 Categories
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has revealed plans to expand the number of groups eligible for free public transport to a total of 21 categories of society. This announcement was made following his attendance at the peak of the National Transport Day celebrations for the DKI Jakarta Province in Kelapa Gading, North Jakarta, on Tuesday (29/5).
“In the near future, the Jakarta Provincial Government will also decide that the 15 groups previously granted free access will increase to 21 groups,” said Pramono.
Among the six additional categories is the companion of persons with disabilities. “Currently, a persistent problem arises when people with disabilities use transport and have a companion; the companion is required to pay. With this new regulation, companions of persons with disabilities will no longer need to pay,” Pramono explained.
Furthermore, Jakarta residents who are currently seeking employment will also gain access to free transport. “If they can demonstrate that they are looking for work—and there will be dedicated counters in several locations—job seekers will be provided with free access,” Pramund clarified.
Thirdly, free transport access will be extended to patients with routine referrals. “Patients who repeatedly visit regional public hospitals (RSUD), hospitals, or community health centres (Puskesmas) on routine referrals and have limited financial capacity will be exempted from fares,” he said.
Next, Pramono mentioned that underprivileged university students and school students who are not recipients of the Jakarta Smart Card (KJP) or the Jakarta Superior Student Card (KJMU) will be included. “KJP and KJMU recipients already receive free access. However, for students deemed underprivileged, there will be specific requirements and further regulations set out in a Governor’s Regulation,” he explained.
The fifth additional group consists of supported Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Pramono noted that the number of supported MSMEs in Jakarta is significant. “Not all MSMEs are in a position to afford transport; if subsidies or free access are not provided, it will certainly be a burden for those involved,” he continued.
Finally, the last additional group of free transport recipients will be victims of natural disasters or those in the recovery phase of a disaster.
Currently, 15 groups already have access to free public transport in the capital under Governor’s Regulation Number 33 of 2025. These include KJP and KJMU students, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and Indonesian veterans. These groups currently enjoy free access to public transport services such as Transjakarta, Transjabodetabek, as well as the MRT and LRT Jakarta.