MRT Phase 2 and Phase 1 Construction are Simultaneously
Reported by Aldi Geri Lumban Tobing | Translated by Maria Inggita
Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) Phase 2 (Bundaran HI-Kampung Bandan route) construction will be started simultaneously after Phase 1 (Lebak Bulus-Bundaran HI) is almost finished.
There are no significant constraints related to the preparation for MRT Phase 2 construction plan
Jakarta Secretary, Saefullah said, MRT Phase 2 construction is estimated could be started next year.
"There are no significant constraints related to the preparation for MRT Phase 2 construction plan," he said, Wednesday (9/13).
C. Jakarta Socializes MRT Phase 2 ConstructionHe explained, MRT is included in national strategic project (PSN). It means every parties support together this mega project.
"In limited meeting (Ratas), President has convey it clearly that all parties must support national strategic project," he said.
He added, MRT Phase 2 construction fund is obtained from Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) loan. Jakarta Provincial Government is obliged to return 51 percent of the loan and 49 percent for central government.
"Loan application for this mass transport mode project has been approved by City Council," he closed.
