A member of Commission IV of the West Java Provincial Parliament, who also serves as Secretary, highlighted the massive crackdown on street vendors carried out by the West Java Provincial Government together with the City Government in recent times.

According to Tedy, organizing areas and restoring the function of sidewalks and public facilities is indeed necessary. However, the government must also ensure there are clear solutions for affected vendors so they can continue their businesses and meet their families’ needs.

“Proper relocation must be considered so these street vendors can still make a living as before,” said Tedy at the meeting room on Thursday, May 21, 2026.

Tedy assessed that the crackdown should not only focus on dismantling stalls without concrete steps to sustain the economy of small people. Therefore, he urged a collaborative approach between the government and the private sector, especially minimarket and supermarket chains.

“It could be suggested to collaborate with several minimarkets or supermarkets that provide selling spaces for street vendors distributed evenly. The goal is to give them business certainty and prevent job loss,” he suggested.

Tedy emphasized that the government must provide real solutions, not just carry out enforcement for the sake of city organization.

“So it’s not just that the provincial and city governments are aggressively controlling street vendors without clear solutions for the continuity of their businesses,” he stressed.

Additionally, Tedy highlighted the promise of West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi, who previously stated he would provide alternative jobs and compensation for street vendors affected by the crackdown.

According to him, the realization of this compensation has not been evenly distributed. The West Java Provincial Parliament, he said, has only known about compensation for vendors in the Sukajadi area, while there is no clarity for vendors in the Cicadas area.

“Regarding the Governor of West Java’s promise to provide jobs for the controlled street vendors, as far as the West Java Provincial Parliament knows, the promised compensation money has not been evenly distributed. What we know is only for vendors in Sukajadi, while for vendors controlled in Cicadas, there has been no clear information so far,” he revealed.

It is known that the control and organization of street vendors in the area was carried out by a joint team of the Municipal Police Unit together with the West Java Provincial Municipal Police Unit and regional elements under the direct direction of the West Java Governor together with the Mayor.

The operation was conducted to restore the function of public facilities such as sidewalks and drainage, while also supporting infrastructure preparation for the Greater Bandung Bus Rapid Transit line.

Several points that became the focus of the crackdown include the Cicadas area on Jalan Ahmad Yani, Jalan Prof. Dr. Eyckman and Sukajadi around Hasan Sadikin Hospital, Jalan Gatot Subroto, up to the Monument of Struggle area, Jalan Dipati Ukur, and Jalan Japati.

The crackdown in the Cicadas area became one of the largest operations, with the dismantling of hundreds of kiosks built on sidewalks. The West Java Provincial Government is also said to be preparing alternative job solutions for affected vendors.

Sukajadi

Sukajadi is a district in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia, known for its mix of residential areas, commercial centers, and cultural landmarks. Historically, it developed as part of Bandung’s expansion during the Dutch colonial era, with many old buildings reflecting art deco and colonial architecture. Today, it remains a vibrant area, hosting popular attractions like the Gedung Sate and various culinary destinations.

Cicadas

Cicadas are insects known for their loud, rhythmic mating calls, which are produced by males and can reach over 100 decibels. There are over 3,000 species worldwide, with some, like the periodical cicadas in North America, spending 13 or 17 years underground as nymphs before emerging en masse. These mass emergences have been observed for centuries, with historical records noting them as far back as the 1600s, often celebrated as natural phenomena in various cultures.

Jalan Ahmad Yani

Jalan Ahmad Yani is a major thoroughfare in several Indonesian cities, most notably in Jakarta and Surabaya, named after the Indonesian national hero General Ahmad Yani, who was killed during the 1965 coup attempt. The street in Jakarta was formerly known as Djalan Segara or part of the city’s historic main road network, and it now serves as a bustling commercial and transportation corridor. In Surabaya, it connects key areas of the city and features landmarks such as the Surabaya North Quay, reflecting its role in the city’s development and modern urban life.

Jalan Prof. Dr. Eyckman

Jalan Prof. Dr. Eyckman is a street in Bandung, Indonesia, named after the Dutch physician and bacteriologist Christiaan Eijkman, who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1929 for his discovery of the cause of beriberi. Eijkman conducted much of his pioneering research in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia), and the street honors his contributions to tropical medicine. Today, it is a notable thoroughfare in Bandung, reflecting the city’s colonial history and scientific heritage.

Hasan Sadikin Hospital

Hasan Sadikin Hospital, located in Bandung, Indonesia, is a major public teaching hospital affiliated with Universitas Padjadjaran. Originally established in 1923 as a Dutch colonial military hospital, it was later renamed after Professor Dr. Hasan Sadikin, a prominent Indonesian medical figure. Today, it serves as a key healthcare and medical education center in West Java.

Jalan Gatot Subroto

Jalan Gatot Subroto is a major thoroughfare in Jakarta, Indonesia, named after the national hero General Gatot Subroto. Originally developed in the 1960s, it connects Central and South Jakarta and has become a key business and government district, hosting notable landmarks such as the Ministry of Defense and the Jakarta Convention Center. The road reflects Indonesia’s post-independence modernization and serves as a vital artery for the city’s economic and administrative activities.

Monument of Struggle

The Monument of Struggle, located in Accra, Ghana, commemorates the 1948 riots that marked a pivotal moment in the country’s fight for independence from British colonial rule. It stands as a symbol of the sacrifices made by Ghanaian veterans and citizens who protested for better rights and self-governance. The monument serves as a lasting reminder of the nation’s journey toward sovereignty and the resilience of its people.

Jalan Dipati Ukur

Jalan Dipati Ukur is a historic street located in Bandung, Indonesia, named after a local 19th-century chieftain who resisted Dutch colonial rule. The road is known for its cultural significance, surrounded by landmarks such as Gedung Sate and the West Java Governor’s office. Today, it serves as a bustling thoroughfare, blending colonial-era architecture with modern urban life.