Tanah Abang riot

Tanah Abang riot

From Merdeka

As a small trader I have suffered a big loss due to the recent riot at the Tanah Abang market in Central Jakarta. The dispute between two gangs affected our trading on that day. It does not seem possible to lodge a claim for the loss.

I have no idea what the consequences would have been if security personnel had not taken immediate steps to overcome the chaos. The problem is not only with traders in that area but also with traders depending on the Tanah Abang market for their supplies. The Tanah Abang market is a key to the Indonesian economy after Pintu Besar and Pasar Pagi (Mangga Dua). One day without trading in Tanah Abang causes a loss of billions of rupiah.

Therefore, in order to prevent similar riots from happening again, security in Tanah Abang needs serious attention. Also strongly dependent on Tanah Abang are the laborers, drivers, food vendors, hawkers, etc.. These people also hope for an end to the chaos.

ZAINAL DS

Jakarta