Jakarta Council (DPRD) Chairman, Khoirudin, was present at Monas Square in Gambir, Central Jakarta, on Thursday (3/27), to see off the participants of free homecoming program organized by the Jakarta Provincial Governemnt.

"There has been an increase in participants,"

A total of 26,392 free homecoming participants were dispatched to several cities across Java and Sumatera. This year, the number of participants increased by 11% compared to the initial target for the program.

"There has been an increase in participants, and people's enthusiasm is very high, as indicated by the increase in the number of participants," he conveyed.

On this occasion, Khoirudin supported Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung's decision not to hold a justice operation, as Jakarta is an open city for everyone.

"Jakarta is open to anyone. Feel free to come, as long as they have an ID card," he stated.

He advised newcomers to Jakarta should have skills that will serve as their asset to find a job.

"And they must have family members who accompany them or are already here. Otherwise, who will help them in Jakarta?" he said.

He also expressed his gratitude to the free homecoming participants who have helped boost Jakarta's economy. He reminded them not to forget to return to Jakarta.

"We also rely on homecomers, because if they don't comeback (to Jakarta), the people's economic and social needs will be disrupted, we in Jakarta will have trouble finding vegetables, food, and even rental housing," he mentioned.