Indonesian Parliament Warns Contractor Against Shoddy School Construction

Members of Commission V of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI) inspected the progress of the Integrated People's School 1 construction in Rowosari, Semarang, Central Java. Following the inspection, Commission V member Novita Wijayanti issued a warning to the contractor, PT Adhi Karya, urging them not to be negligent in their work.

Novita highlighted several findings regarding the school's facilities, stating that the current infrastructure did not meet safety and comfort standards. She expressed concern that the building's design could pose a risk to students, specifically pointing to stairs that she deemed potentially hazardous without proper railings or clear markings.

Further concerns were raised about essential services, including the availability of clean water, reliable electricity supply, and the installation of CCTV cameras for monitoring. Novita emphasized the need for extra vigilance when supervising students, particularly adolescents.

Additionally, Novita requested that the contractor ensure adequate facilities for female students, noting the need for mirrors in the restrooms. While acknowledging the small scale of the facilities, she stressed the importance of these details for the students.