he Jakarta administration is set to soon operate a two-pronged underpass in Matraman, East Jakarta, which is touted as the first of its kind in the capital.
Jakarta Deputy Governor Sandiaga Uno said the underpass would be open to the public on April 1.
While visiting the site on Thursday night, Sandiaga claimed that the operation of the new facility could reduce severe traffic congestion in the area by up to 30 percent.
“The traffic congestion can be reduced by 25 to 30 percent. Vehicles to and from Pramuka and Kampung Melayu areas can use this underpass,” the deputy governor said.
Separately, Jakarta Bina Marga Road Agency head Yusmada Faizal said the underpass “probably is the first two-pronged underpass in the city”. (vny)
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