Jakarta Acting Governor, Heru Budi Hartono, used his vote at the poll station (TPS) 55, Duren Sawit Urban Village, Duren Sawit Sub-district, East Jakarta, Wednesday (2/14) morning.

Let's pray and keep loving the Republic of Indonesia

Together with his wife, Mirdiyanti, they arrived at TPS 55 Duren Sawit in the Tifosi Sports Center building, Jalan Radin Inten II Kavling accompanied by East Jakarta Mayor, M Anwar and public figures at around 10 AM.

Upon arrival at the voting location, the Acting Governor greeted several journalists waiting in the parking lot. Residents also used his presence to take group photos.

After voting, he stated that he had fulfilled his duty as a citizen to vote in the elections in 2024.

"This place (Tifosi Sports Center) has been used as a TPS since 1992 until today, TPS 54 and 55 are here," he explained.

He also encouraged Jakarta residents to use their right to vote or not abstain from voting.

"Let's pray and keep loving the Republic of Indonesia. People can be harmonious again, even though they choose different people, they still have one nation and homeland that must be upheld," he explained.

He went on to say that the democratic party should be faced with a smile. It was normal for people to have different choices in a democratic party.

"But once again, let's maintain the security and harmony of Jakarta residents," he stressed

He added several TPS in Kemayoran, Central Jakarta, and West Jakarta were reported to have experienced inundation due to the heavy rain that had pounded Jakarta since dawn.

"I have also asked for the inundated TPS to be moved to a higher place that is safe and comfortable for residents. Soon, I'll visit several locations," he added.

He then urged KPPS officers to maintain their health when carrying out their duties in the elections and to have enough to eat.

"Take vitamins and choose healthy food so as not to disrupt digestion because meal times will be late," he asked.

Afterward, he and Forkopimda would ride around on motorbikes to monitor the voting process.

"We will monitor the Central Jakarta area and its surroundings," he closed.