Jalan Gelora VII Being Improved as a Green Open Space
Reported by Folmer | Translated by Rizky Mawardi
The area of Jalan Gelora VII RT 06 / RW 02, Gelora Urban Village, Tanah Abang, Central Jakarta, which previously seemed slum, has now been transformed into a green, cool and beautiful open area.
Regional cleanliness
Head Section of Economy and Development or Central Jakarta, Dwi Kurniasih, said the arrangement of this area has been carried out since last July, involving five PPSU personnel.
Area Arrangement on Jl I Gusti Ngurah Rai CompletedShe explained that the area's development includes physical improvements to the environment, the addition of green areas, and the creation of murals with educational themes on waste sorting.
"We have a waste sorting mural tailored to a public concern, to remind residents passing Jalan Gelora VII. The overarching theme is the spirit of mutual cooperation, community service, and regional cleanliness," she said, Monday (9/14).
In addition to the murals, Dwi continued, the streets have also been beautified with various types of ornamental plants, giving them a green and beautiful appearance.
"We hope that the Jalan Gelora VII area will always be maintained and cared for, especially the ornamental plants that have been neatly arranged," she hoped.
On of the local residents, Sulastri (32), expressed her appreciation for the area's improvement work carried out by PPSU personnel. The area, which was previously littered with rubble, now looks green and pleasing to the eye.
"We love to see a green and beautiful environment," she admitted.