North Jakarta Repairs 3,896 Potholes in Two-Month Restoration Drive
Reported by Anita Karyati | Translated by Nugroho Adibrata
The North Jakarta Public Works Sub-agency has repaired 3,896 potholes between January and February 2026. The restoration effort covered a vast expanse of 40,131.79 square meters across six sub-districts.
To bolster safety and convenience for all motorists
North Jakarta Public Works Sub-agency Head, Darwin Ali stated that the initiative is a testament to the government’s commitment to delivering top-tier public service.
According to him, the combination of prolonged downpours at the beginning of the year and heavy traffic volume—particularly from high-tonnage logistics vehicles—has been a primary driver of road wear and tear.
Potholes in Gunung Sahari Raya Patched"These repairs are made to bolster safety and convenience for all motorists. We're determined to ensure that road defects do not trigger traffic mishaps," he stated, Tuesday (3/3).
He lauded the swift responsiveness of the personnel in addressing public reports. He urged residents to flag any road damage via official government channels to ensure prompt follow-up action.
"My commendation goes to the teams across all six sub-districts for their unwavering dedication. Let us work together to safeguard our city’s infrastructure. Should you encounter any new road defects, please report them through the official channels so we can address them in a timely manner," he explained.
North Jakarta Road and Bridge Section Head, Budi Cahyo Wardoyo added, road maintenance operations saw a sharp uptick in February 2026.
"In January, we patched up 1,013 potholes. This figure surged in February to 1,752 points, with the total coverage area reaching 18,154.31 square meters," he detailed.
He noted that among the six sub-districts, Penjaringan bore the brunt of the repairs in February, recording the highest volume with 287 potholes—equivalent to 4,769.75 square meters of roadwork.
Through these restoration efforts, the government aims to ease transit bottlenecks in North Jakarta, particularly along crucial freight corridors and within densely populated residential zones.
"Our personnel operate on a rotational shift basis, responding to both routine field patrols and public reports filed via JAKI app. We guarantee that all repairs adhere strictly to prescribed technical standards," he concluded.
