Tasikmalaya City Police Department Sends Off 114 Free Homecoming Passengers to Yogyakarta-Solo
The Tasikmalaya City Police Department dispatched 114 migrant workers on a free journey to Yogyakarta and Solo using two charter buses from the Primajasa bus company. The free homecoming programme was initiated by the Indonesian National Police (Polri) to provide security, comfort and safety for people travelling during the Eid exodus.
City Police Chief AKBP Andi Purwanto stated that the free homecoming programme, initiated by Polri and specifically the Tasikmalaya City Police Department, represents a continuation of leadership directives to ensure the safety, comfort and security of citizens undertaking the journey home. The 114 passengers recorded would arrive safely at their hometowns.
“The free homecoming service reflects our commitment to care for the community ahead of Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijrah. We guarantee the safety and security of travellers until they reach their hometowns. This initiative aims to reduce private vehicle usage during the Eid exodus and alleviate traffic congestion,” he said on Tuesday (17 March).
According to Purwanto, the free homecoming programme from the Tasikmalaya City Police Department serves two destinations, as the migrant workers originated from Yogyakarta, Solo and surrounding areas. These migrant workers had sought livelihoods in Tasikmalaya City and would receive souvenirs for their families during the journey.
“This is the latest in a series of free homecoming initiatives by the Tasikmalaya City Police Department. We hope the 114 passengers arrive safely at their hometowns, celebrate Eid and reconnect with their families. We will also provide souvenirs for the 114 participants to take home to their families,” he added.
Hendri Suprapto, 42, a homecoming passenger, said he and four family members were grateful to participate in the free homecoming programme organised by the Tasikmalaya City Police Department. This was his third journey to Yogyakarta-Solo, heading to Boyolali with his wife and two sons.
“We have lived in Tasikmalaya City for 12 years, and the free homecoming programme tremendously helps our family’s finances and eases our burden. However, the announcement comes rather short notice—ideally it should be announced five days before departure. This free service is invaluable; organising our own journey would cost approximately 1 million rupiah,” he concluded.