The Tjikini Festival 2024 held by Menteng Sub-district in the Ismail Marzuki Park (TIM) yard, Saturday (8/31) was lively.

There are 30 coached SMEs who are residents

Menteng Sub-district Head, Suprayogie said the festival is a collaboration between his party and Central Jakarta Culture Agency and Cikini Urban Village Karang Taruna. It aimed to improve residents' economy.

"There are 30 coached SMEs who are residents," he said, Sunday (9/1).

He admitted the resident was very enthusiastic about participating in the activities held from morning to evening. Besides enjoying various entertainment acts, they could also shop for various culinary products, fashion, souvenirs, and others.

His party would continue to hold this event every year with rotating locations in each urban village.

"The same festival will also be held at Jalan Jaksa. But, we will definitely see according to developments and field needs," he asserted.

Central Jakarta Administration and People's Welfare Assistant, Reza Pahlevi assessed it is a real manifestation of the commitment of the staff to preserve and develop local cultural wealth, while also helping to improve the residents' economy.

"I'm very proud to see the enthusiasm and participation of Menteng residents in holding this festival," he said.