Refill depots

Refill depots

From Warta Kota

The increasing number of water refill depots in Jakarta, particularly in the area around Bekasi, has pleased residents owing to the fact that they sell drinking water at more affordable prices: Rp 2,500 for 19 liters compared to the price of brand-name drinking water, which costs from Rp 6,000 to Rp 8,500 for 19 liters.

However, what worries us is the quality of the water and the effects the water may have on customers due to the absence of monitoring by the authorities.

We became concerned after seeing that the filters being used are not in ideal condition for ensuring clean drinking water, although they claim to have properly processed the water to ensure its quality. But clear water is not a guarantee that it is safe to drink or free from bacteria.

Therefore, in the interests of health, I appeal to the regional administration and the Ministry of Health to monitor these depots.

For the benefit of suppliers and consumers, all of us in the middle of the income bracket hope these depots can maintain the quality of their water.

HEPRI H

Bekasi, West Java