Nusa Indah VI Drainage Revitalization Set for Late September Completion
Reported by Nurito | Translated by Nugroho Adibrata
The East Jakarta Water Resources Sub-agency (SDA) has begun revitalizing a 403-meter drainage channel on Jalan Nusa Indah VI, Malaka Jaya, Duren Sawit.
We are targeting completion by September 29
East Jakarta Drainage Development and Upgrading Section Head, Tengku Saugi Zikri stated the project aims to boost drainage capacity and mitigate flood risks during the rainy season.
"Construction started last week, and we are targeting completion by September 29," he expressed, Tuesday (7/21).
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"This drainage is being reinforced with 60x60x120 cm concrete U-ditches and box culverts to ensure maximum durability and optimal water flow capacity," he explained.
This project received appreciation from Malaka Jaya Urban Village Head, Eko Purnomo Asih.
"Upgrading this channel is a high-priority move; the old infrastructure simply couldn't keep up anymore," he explained.
To ensure transparency, his side conducted a public briefing on July 7 with community leaders and residents to discuss the project’s impact.
"It aims to wrap this up on time. We want to see an immediate impact—no more flooding and a much more efficient drainage system during the peak of the rainy season," he emphasized.
