Wajah Jakarta 5 Tahun Anies Baswedan #SeputariNewsSiang 14/10

Summary

The video script examines the achievements and challenges during Anies Baswedan's five-year leadership as the Governor of Jakarta. It highlights developments such as the revitalization of public transportation, the reduction of flooding, and the expansion of open spaces. However, issues like congestion, air pollution, and the unfinished river naturalization project remain. The script discusses Anies's infrastructure projects, including the Jakarta International Stadium and the revitalization of the Old Town area, while also pointing out the hurdles in housing development and waste management. The report calls for continued collaboration between Jakarta's government and residents to address ongoing challenges.

Takeaways

• 😀 Anies Baswedan's term as DKI Jakarta Governor is nearing its end on October 16, and the city has seen various revitalizations and developments over the past 5 years.
• 🚶‍♂️ Public transportation has been greatly improved, with an increase in accessibility, expanding from 42% to 82%, while integrated public services reached 85.16%.
• 🚗 Traffic congestion remains a challenge, but the integration of multiple public transport modes such as Transjakarta, microbuses, KRL, MRT, and LRT has been a major step toward alleviating it.
• 🌧️ Flooding issues, a long-standing problem for Jakarta, have been addressed with improved infrastructure, including river dredging, polders, and a flood control system using technology like sensors and CCTV.
• 🌳 Open spaces in Jakarta have expanded significantly, from 12.12% in 2014 to 30.92% in 2020, with notable developments such as Eco Park in Tebet.
• 🏟️ A new, large-scale stadium, Jakarta International Stadium, has been built as part of Anies' campaign promises, becoming one of Asia's five largest stadiums.
• 🚶‍♀️ Sidewalk revitalization has been a priority, with nearly 35 km of sidewalks renovated over 3 years, improving pedestrian spaces.
• 🏘️ The government initiated the construction of low-cost housing such as rusunawa (low-cost flats), though the rusunami (market-based flats) program struggled to meet its target of 10,000 units.
• 🌫️ Air pollution in Jakarta became a significant problem, exacerbated by coal-fired power plants, industrial facilities, and millions of vehicles, contributing to the city's ranking as having one of the worst air quality indices in the world in 2022.
• 🏞️ Jakarta faced issues with waste management, with the Bantar Gebang landfill operating beyond capacity, resulting in daily waste accumulation of over 8,000 tons.
• ⚠️ Despite improvements in transportation and infrastructure, Jakarta still faces fundamental issues like traffic congestion, air pollution, and flooding that need continuous attention and collaboration between the government and residents.

Q & A

What were the major transportation improvements made during Anies Baswedan's tenure?

During Anies Baswedan's tenure, Jakarta saw improvements in public transportation, including the integration of various modes such as Transjakarta, microbuses, KRL, MRT, and LRT. The accessibility of public transportation increased from 42% in 2016 to 82%, and a combined intermodal area was built to facilitate smoother transitions between private and public transport.

How did Anies Baswedan address Jakarta's chronic flooding issues?

Anies Baswedan tackled flooding by dredging rivers, lakes, and reservoirs in Jakarta's five city areas, deploying heavy equipment, and constructing temporary water reservoirs. He also built polders along the North coast and installed over 900 pumps to manage floodwaters. As a result, flood receding times improved significantly during heavy rainfall events.

What is the challenge with river naturalization in Jakarta?

The challenge with river naturalization in Jakarta lies in land acquisition difficulties and political disagreements. Anies' vision for naturalization, which involves minimal use of concrete, faced resistance from the central government that favored concrete river channeling for normalization, leaving some residents along the rivers still affected by flooding.

What improvements were made in Jakarta's open spaces during Anies Baswedan's leadership?

Anies focused on increasing open spaces, expanding public parks, and renovating sidewalks. For example, Eco Park in Tebet was developed as an ecotourism site, and nearly 35 km of sidewalks were revitalized. The total open space area in Jakarta grew from 12.12% in 2014 to 30.92% by the end of his term.

How did Anies Baswedan fulfill his campaign promise regarding housing in Jakarta?

Anies made strides in addressing Jakarta's housing crisis by building 33 Rusunawa towers during his tenure. Additionally, he introduced programs like the Kampung Susun arrangement and offered housing with zero down payment. However, the target for Rusunami units was not met, as only 2,322 units were built out of the promised 10,000.

What impact did Anies Baswedan’s Jakarta International Stadium have?

The Jakarta International Stadium, constructed under Anies Baswedan’s leadership, became a symbol of modern development. Built by Indonesian citizens, it is one of Asia's largest stadiums, with a capacity of 82,000 spectators, marking a significant achievement in sports infrastructure for the city.

What was Anies Baswedan's approach to waste management in Jakarta?

Anies faced significant challenges in waste management, particularly at the Bantar Gebang landfill, which was over capacity. The amount of daily waste in Jakarta grew from 7,000 to 8,300 tons, contributing to the city’s ongoing waste crisis. Despite efforts, the situation required continued attention to prevent further environmental strain.

How did Jakarta’s air quality change under Anies Baswedan’s leadership?

Jakarta's air quality remained problematic under Anies Baswedan’s leadership, with the city often ranking among the worst in the world for air pollution. Major sources of pollution included coal-fired power plants, industrial facilities, and the high volume of motor vehicles. Efforts to improve air quality did not fully resolve these persistent issues.

What was the goal of Anies Baswedan’s integrated public transportation system?

The goal of the integrated public transportation system under Anies was to reduce reliance on private vehicles and alleviate traffic congestion. This included seamless transitions between different transport modes, digital payment integration, and expanding public transportation coverage, aiming to make it easier for residents to switch to public transport.

What are the unresolved issues that Jakarta will face after Anies Baswedan's term?

Despite significant developments, Jakarta continues to face unresolved issues, including chronic traffic congestion, air pollution, and inadequate housing. The naturalization of rivers remains a contentious issue, and many of the housing projects did not meet targets. These challenges will require ongoing efforts and collaboration between the local and central governments.