Late December, Channel Construction on Jalan Wahid Completed

The South Jakarta Water Resources (SDA) Sub-agency is building a new water channel on Jalan Wahid, Ciganjur Urban Village, Jagakarsa Sub-district. It is targeted for completion by the end of December.

Hopefully, the channel can effectively prevent flooding

Jagakarsa Sub-district SDA Executing Unit Head, Sartono said the channel was built to follow up on residents' aspirations through Regional Development Planning Forums (Musrenbang).

"This channel is built, as the area has yet to have a proper channel," he expressed, Wednesday (12/4).

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He explained it is 90 meters long and a U-ditch measuring 40x40 centimeters. "This work involves ten personnel," he explained.

It has been ongoing since November 28, 2024, and is now being accelerated using an excavator.

"Hopefully, the channel can effectively prevent flooding," he hoped.

The work received appreciation from one of the residents, Kurniawan (47). "Hope it can be done soon and function well, especially during the rainy season," he said.