The simultaneous sidewalk cleanup action programmed by the Central Jakarta administration in three sub-districts on Tuesday (6/20) evening received appreciation from residents.

This is a good activity. I appreciate it

Septian (30), a resident of RT 01/01, Rawasari, Cempaka Putih expressed he was happy with the sidewalk clean-up action.

"This is a good activity. I appreciate it," he said, in Sarinah area, Wednesday (6/21).

According to him, public awareness of sidewalk cleanliness was still lacking. So, there needs to be action that can awaken everyone to protect the sidewalks.

"This action can move our consciousness," he expressed.

Similar statement also came out from Jannah (21), a collage student. She assessed the cleanup action needs support and appreciation.

"Sidewalks look cleaner and no more dust or moss," he admitted.

Central Jakarta Mayor, Dhany Sukma explained the sidewalk cleanup action is a routine agenda that is carried out periodically.

"It aims to maintain and ensure the cleanliness of public facilities and infrastructures," he explained.

His party was at the same time socializing to residents the importance of keeping the sidewalks clean.

"We want to mobilize the concern of all levels of society to jointly maintain the cleanliness of the city," he explained.

As reported earlier, the Central Jakarta administration would clean up sidewalks and bike lane barriers in three sub-districts. It aims to commemorate the upcoming city's 496th anniversary.