JAKARTA - Transportation observer Djoko Setjowarno reminded that synergy between the central government and local governments (Pemda) is needed in addressing the issue of illegal crossings, especially in DKI Jakarta.
"So the responsibility is clear. If it is officially on the national road (becomes the responsibility) of the central government through the Ministry of PU (Public Works). If the local government, according to each local government. There are provinces, regencies, and cities," said Djoko as reported by ANTARA, Sunday, May 3.
Based on data from PT KAI, there are 432 crossing points in the operational area of Daop 1 Jakarta which stretches from Banten to Cikampek.
Of this number, 138 points fall into the category of unmaintained crossings.
Responding to this, Djoko emphasized that illegal crossings must be closed without compromise.
This needs to be done to increase public safety.
He hopes that the role of the central government and local governments is very necessary so that this problem can be resolved quickly and optimally.
"Basically, the illegal crossing must be closed. There is no compromise on the 138 points," he said.
The arrangement of the crossing is part of a wider effort to strengthen overall railway safety in various regions.
For this reason, Djoko hopes that the budget for transportation safety will not be cut.
Because, according to him, the intention to increase transportation safety will be useless without being supported by the budget.
"Public safety is a shared responsibility, not just a regional fiscal burden. Therefore, the state budget support for training costs and certainty of the status of P3K for crossing guards is the absolute key to maintaining the sustainability of life safety on the railway line," explained Djoko Setjowarno.
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