Jakarta’s administration has pledged to provide the initial funding needed to extend the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system beyond the city to Tangerang and South Tangerang in Banten province in Indonesia. This move aims to improve the integration of Greater Jakarta’s public transport network and ease traffic congestion.
Currently, the MRT’s North-South line runs from South Jakarta’s Lebak Bulus Station to Central Jakarta’s Bundaran Hotel Indonesia Station, with an ongoing extension toward Kota Station in West Jakarta. Governor Pramono Anung expressed optimism that the MRT could eventually reach Tangerang, South Tangerang, and other strategic areas like Tanjung Priok and Ancol, which could help reduce congestion in Jakarta.
Jakarta’s offer of initial capital support is contingent on business-to-business feasibility assessments and highlights the city’s commitment to expanding regional transit infrastructure.