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Jakarta City Council Bans Becak Transport, Amid Revival Proposals

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 5
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What happened

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The city council passed a total ban on becak, a three-wheeled, human-powered vehicle that was once a major mode of public transport in Jakarta. Historically, the city council banned the production of new becak in 1970, and a total ban was passed in 1988, with removal efforts continuing into 1990. Separately, electric motor versions of the becak are gaining popularity in other parts of Indonesia.

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Why it matters

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The regulation directly impacts local urban transport operations and the commercial viability of traditional public transit. The historical restrictions show a long-standing effort by the city council to manage congestion and classify certain transport methods as unsuitable for the capital.

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Who's involved

  • JakartaThe capital and largest city of Indonesia where the transport bans are enacted.
  • city councilThe legislative body that passed the total ban on becak.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • JakartaSpeculative

    Local transport operators might face changes in revenue and operational costs due to the ban on traditional becak.

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