The Governor of West Java, Dedi Mulyadi, explained his policy to suspend public minibuses as one option to alleviate traffic congestion. Drivers received compensation of Rp 500,000. The holiday period is also expected to provide comfort for all parties.

He acknowledged that his policy has drawn both support and criticism. Nevertheless, he had to make a decision. One of the bases for this decision is to protect consumers so they can enjoy their holiday safely and comfortably.

According to Dedi, the main goal of this policy is to create a relaxed, cheerful, and enjoyable holiday atmosphere for the public and tourists. Traffic jams often become a serious problem during long holidays, especially due to public transportation stopping haphazardly, moving slowly, or experiencing disruptions on the road.

The Governor emphasized that people visiting tourist attractions and shopping centers during the holidays are consumers who must be protected. Smooth traffic flow is considered a crucial factor for fully enjoying the holiday.

“Those on holiday are those visiting tourist spots, visiting shopping places, and they are consumers who must be protected. So that the meaning of the holiday is enjoyed,” said Dedi.

Dedi also stated that the policy of suspending public transport during certain periods is not new. He cited the experience of handling severe congestion in the Puncak area, Bogor Regency.

According to him, this policy has a positive impact on the tourism sector because consumers receive better service.

“This policy is not new. In the past, I have implemented it, even to this day, those in Puncak experienced horrific traffic jams. It turned out that after the policy to suspend minibuses and inter-district, inter-village transport in that area, the horrific congestion was alleviated,” concluded Dedi.

Pakuan Building

The Pakuan Building is the official residence and office of the Governor of West Java, located in Bandung, Indonesia. It was originally constructed in 1864 during the Dutch colonial era as the residence for the Assistant Resident of Priangan. The building’s name, “Pakuan,” is derived from the historical capital of the Sunda Kingdom, linking it to the region’s pre-colonial heritage.

Bandung City

Bandung is the capital of West Java, Indonesia, famously known as the “Paris of Java” for its colonial-era art deco architecture and vibrant creative scene. Historically, it gained prominence as a planned Dutch colonial hill station in the 19th century and was the site of the pivotal 1955 Asia-Africa Conference, which solidified its role in the post-colonial era. Today, it is a major educational, technological, and cultural hub, celebrated for its universities, fashion, and culinary offerings.

West Java

West Java is an Indonesian province on the island of Java, historically home to the Sundanese people and several influential kingdoms like Tarumanagara and the Sunda Kingdom. It is renowned for its diverse cultural attractions, including the traditional *angklung* bamboo music, and its striking natural landscapes, from the volcanic peaks of Mount Tangkuban Perahu to the tea plantations of the Bandung highlands. The area also holds significant archaeological sites, such as the Batutulis inscription in Bogor, which dates back to the 5th century.

Puncak area

The Puncak area, located in the Bogor Regency of West Java, Indonesia, is a mountainous region renowned as a popular highland retreat and tea plantation district. Historically, its cool climate led to its development during the Dutch colonial era in the 19th century, when it became a favored hill station and site for extensive tea, coffee, and quinine estates. Today, it remains a major weekend destination for residents of Jakarta seeking cooler temperatures and scenic landscapes.

Bogor Regency

Bogor Regency is a region in West Java, Indonesia, renowned for its lush highland scenery, tea plantations, and the world-famous **Bogor Botanical Gardens** (*Kebun Raya Bogor*), which were established by the Dutch in 1817. Historically, the area was part of the Sundanese Kingdom of Pajajaran, with its capital Pakuan located in modern-day Bogor City, before becoming a favored colonial hill station during Dutch rule. Today, it remains a major agricultural and tourism destination, celebrated for its cool climate, historic sites, and natural beauty.