Jakarta Celebrates 499th Anniversary with Grand Finale Concert at Bundaran HI

Jakarta's Bundaran HI, a central landmark, transformed into a sea of people on Saturday night as thousands gathered to celebrate the capital's 499th anniversary. The event, organized by the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government, featured a vibrant concert with a lineup of diverse musical talents.

The festivities kicked off in the afternoon with performances from various artists including Nadansa, Eshine, Skarbu, Sania, Cici Paramida, Mollucan Soul, Pasming Based, Adrian Khalif, Mahalini, and concluded with a headline set by the iconic band Padi Reborn. The energetic atmosphere was amplified by hosts Oki Lukman and Desta. During the event, Governor DKI Jakarta Pramono Anung and Deputy Governor Rano Karno addressed the crowd.

Governor Anung shared positive news for Persija Jakarta fans, announcing the upcoming provision of dedicated parking facilities in the Ancol area for "Jakmania." He also expressed hopes for Jakarta to become a safe, comfortable, and welcoming city for all its residents. Deputy Governor Karno encouraged citizens to embrace globalization while prioritizing citizen welfare and continuing development efforts. The night also saw memorable performances, including a duet between Adrian Khalif and Mahalini, and a surprise encore requested by Governor Anung for Padi Reborn.