Jakarta's Mass Transit System: A Near-Complete Network
The Jakarta metropolitan area has made significant strides in connecting its various transportation modes, with a connectivity rate of 91% among its mass transit systems. This includes the MRT (Mass Rapid Transit), LRT (Light Rail Transit), Jaklingko, and TransJakarta.
In an effort to maintain this high level of connectivity, the city's administration has been evaluating its public transportation tariff. However, there are no plans for an increase in fares for MRT and LRT services. According to Syafirn, the head of DKI Jakarta's Department of Transportation (Dishub), the current tariffs have been deemed sufficient.
Syafrin notes that a study conducted last year shows that the cost of operating MRT at Rp 13,000 per unit is comparable to the current tariff of Rp 7,000. This means that there would be a significant subsidy required for maintenance and operational costs, which would likely exceed the current level of Rs 6,000.
The administration's goal is to ensure that public transportation services continue to meet the needs of Jakarta residents without compromising the quality of service or straining the city's finances. With a well-connected network in place, Syafirn reassures commuters that their trust and loyalty will not be exploited by price hikes.
The Jakarta metropolitan area has made significant strides in connecting its various transportation modes, with a connectivity rate of 91% among its mass transit systems. This includes the MRT (Mass Rapid Transit), LRT (Light Rail Transit), Jaklingko, and TransJakarta.
In an effort to maintain this high level of connectivity, the city's administration has been evaluating its public transportation tariff. However, there are no plans for an increase in fares for MRT and LRT services. According to Syafirn, the head of DKI Jakarta's Department of Transportation (Dishub), the current tariffs have been deemed sufficient.
Syafrin notes that a study conducted last year shows that the cost of operating MRT at Rp 13,000 per unit is comparable to the current tariff of Rp 7,000. This means that there would be a significant subsidy required for maintenance and operational costs, which would likely exceed the current level of Rs 6,000.
The administration's goal is to ensure that public transportation services continue to meet the needs of Jakarta residents without compromising the quality of service or straining the city's finances. With a well-connected network in place, Syafirn reassures commuters that their trust and loyalty will not be exploited by price hikes.