Residents of Kampung Susun Akuarium Receive Grape Seeds and Tambourines
Reported by Suparni | Translated by
North Jakarta Mayor, Ali Maulana Hakim handed over plant seeds and set of tambourines to residents of Kampung Susun Akuarium, Jalan Pasar Ikan, Penjaringan Sub-district, North Jakarta.
We want residents of Kampung Susun Akuarium to make their living environment green
He said that the assistance was given through collaboration with related sub-agencies for the development of residents of Kampung Susun Akuarium.
"We want residents of Kampung Susun Akuarium to make their living environment green. Besides, we want children in this area to use these tambourines for preserve the culture," he conveyed, Friday (11/5).
Kampung Akuarium Designated as Location for Jakarta's Anniversary Declaration EventAccording to him, North Jakarta Maritime Agriculture and Food Security (KPKP) Sub-agency will provide guidance and assistance thus grape seeds given to residents can grow well and bear fruit.
"There is pergola in Kampung Susun Akuarium that can be used to plant grapes," he added.
Moreover, North Jakarta Culture Sub-agency would also provide art clases for children in Kampung Susun Akuarium.
"I'm sure children in here have artistic talents. They just need to be trained and directed," he mentioned.
Meanwhile, Kampung Susun Akuarium Coordinator, Dharma Diani welcomed the assistance given in form of grape seeds and tambourines.
"We plan to utilize land on the south and east sides for urban farming. Those crops are not only to make the area greener, but we hope it can also increase our income," he stated.
