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Seven Transjakarta Routes to Operate Until 6 PM WIB on August 17

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Seven Transjakarta bus routes will operate with modified hours until 6:00 PM WIB on August 17th, coinciding with Indonesia's 81st Independence Day.
  • The affected routes typically run until 10:00 PM WIB, and passengers are advised to check for updates and plan their journeys accordingly.
  • Transjakarta is deploying staff to assist passengers during this service modification period, ensuring safe and comfortable travel.

Transjakarta is adjusting its services to accommodate Indonesia's 81st Independence Day celebrations on August 17th. Seven key bus routes will operate on a modified schedule, concluding services at 6:00 PM WIB instead of their usual 10:00 PM WIB.

The affected routes include 1B (Stasiun Palmerahโ€“Transport Hub Dukuh Atas), 1H (Tanah Abangโ€“Stasiun Gondangdia), 1P (Senenโ€“Blok M), 1R (Senenโ€“Tanah Abang), 4C (JIEPโ€“Bundaran Senayan), 6A (Ragunanโ€“Balai Kota via Kuningan), and 6B (Ragunanโ€“Balai Kota via Semanggi). Passengers planning to travel on Independence Day are urged to stay informed about these service changes and adjust their travel plans.

Ayu Wardhani, Head of Public Relations and CSR at Transjakarta, emphasized the importance of planning ahead. "We urge customers to plan their journeys well and always update information before departing," she stated. The company aims to ensure that the public can still access public transportation for activities and to enjoy the independence day festivities safely and comfortably.

To support passengers during this period, Transjakarta will have staff stationed at various service points to provide assistance. This measure underscores the company's commitment to facilitating public movement while acknowledging the special occasion and potential disruptions.

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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.