Jakarta Food Bazaars Reach Hundreds of Settlements, Aiming for 1,416 by Year-End

Jakarta residents are finding it easier to access affordable meat and animal protein thanks to the food bazaars organized by Perumda Dharma Jaya. As of June 2026, the state-owned company has conducted these bazaars in 816 locations throughout the capital, with a target of 1,416 by the end of the year.

The initiative utilizes food trucks to extend its reach, a move Director Utama Raditya Endra Budiman says is crucial for increasing public access to essential food items, particularly animal protein. "With 816 locations already operational, we are confident that our target of 1,416 locations by the end of this year can be achieved," Raditya stated.

To further enhance its service, Dharma Jaya has doubled its fleet of refrigerated vehicles from two to four. This expansion is a direct response to the growing number of bazaars needing service. "These additional vehicles are our investment to ensure product quality is maintained until it reaches the consumer, and also to make us more responsive to residents' requests," Raditya explained.

Residents have expressed their satisfaction with the program. Siti Aminah, a 42-year-old from Klender, noted that the prices at the bazaars are often lower than at regular markets. "It's quite helpful, especially since the meat prices here can be cheaper than market prices. Conveniently, the location is very close to my home, so I don't have to travel far to the market anymore," she said.

Budi Santoso, 35, from Kramat Jati, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the practicality of having the service come directly to their neighborhoods. "Because the truck comes right here, it's more convenient for me to buy weekly meat supplies without the hassle of traveling," Budi commented. Dharma Jaya's ambitious target for 2026 underscores its commitment to expanding the distribution of affordable food across Jakarta.