Deputy Governor Of DKI: We Have No Intention Of Children Golding Road Bikes

JAKARTA - Deputy Governor of DKI Jakarta, Ahmad Riza Patria, denied that the DKI Provincial Government was planning to pack a road bike because it created a special lane on Jalan Jenderal Sudirman-MH Thamrin and the Kampung Melayu-Tanah Abang Non-toll Flyover.

"We, the DKI Provincial Government have no intention of promoting road bikes. It is all our duty, the Provincial Government, to provide the best service for all residents of all communities in all sports," said Riza at DKI City Hall, Central Jakarta, Monday, June 7.

Riza said, there was an increase in bicycle users during the COVID-19 pandemic. During the JLNT Kampung Melayu trial, there was an increase in the volume of road bikes by 1,666 in the first week to 4,005 in the third week.

"For that, we are looking for the best solution. Recently there has been a desire from fellow cyclists to be given the opportunity. Please all people, communities, pros and cons, we can sit down and discuss," he said

After all, Riza thinks the criticism that comes is normal. "Later, the Governor, after hearing that everything will be tested with the Metro Police together with all relevant agencies, will decide what is the best," he continued.

DKI Jakarta DPRD member, Hardiyanto Kenneth, regretted the attitude of the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government for threatening bicycle users. This criticism is related to Governor Anies Baswedan's statement about cyclists who are more risky than motorized vehicle drivers, so it must be prioritized.

"I don't agree with the opinion expressed by Mr. Anies, regarding motorists being asked to be more respectful of cyclists who pass on the road, in my opinion if cyclists have ethics and manners in driving on the road, there will be no conflict and prolonged negative opinions like today. , said Kenneth.

According to the member of the PDI-P faction, Anies should also be able to pay attention to data, realities and possible effects that may arise in the future.

"Don't be impressed with cyclists. Many DKI residents still use motorbikes and cars, and the vehicles they use pay taxes every year for DKI Jakarta's PAD (Regional Original Income), with this PAD money that can be used for development in DKI Jakarta, then, what kind of bike is that," said Kenneth.

According to Kenneth, if it is only to reduce congestion and air pollution in Jakarta, it should be done through good socialization and education and using language that is easy to understand.

"If you want to encourage people to ride bicycles, in order to reduce congestion and air pollution, not in a feudal way like this, don't tell the difference between 'road bike' or non 'road bike', not all people can buy expensive bicycles. With a strategy like This shows that Pak Anies is forcing and doesn't give the community any other choice," he said.