Jakarta Governor, Basuki T Purnama, inaugurated nine RPTRAs that located in five cities, Thursday (10/20). Inauguration itself was centered at Caliendra RPTRA, Bambu Apus, Cipayung, East Jakarta.

RPTRA becomes a place to gather together in one location, not only children but adults and the elderly

The nine RPTRAs that inaugurated are Gebang Sari, Ikapola (East Jakarta), Tunas Harapan, Kelapa Nias IX, Biru Laut (North Jakarta), Kampung Benda (Central Jakarta), Kecapi (South Jakarta) and Kasih, as well as Ceria (West Jakarta).

He expressed, it is a form of joint participation between Jakarta Provincial Government and its residents. This is because, its existence is hoped not only a park but also as a vehicle for interaction mode and activity of all citizens.

"RPTRA becomes a place to gather together in one location, not only children but adults and the elderly," he stated.

He expects, its existence could give happiness for citizens. Because happiness is real medicine. It is also a venue for recreation and play for them, especially those who do not have the house yard.