A meeting was held between residents affected by flooding in the Rawajati Krukut area, specifically RT 01 RW 04. The meeting was attended by the local neighborhood head; a representative from the Public Works and Housing Office; and the management of the Depok–Antasari Toll Road. The meeting aimed to find a concrete solution to the flooding problem that has persisted for years.

For approximately seven years, residents of Rawajati Krukut have consistently complained about flooding every time heavy rain falls. Through an advocacy process, the toll road management has undertaken several improvement measures, including the construction of a retention pond, revitalization of a lake, and the removal of sediment and waste from the water flow.

These efforts initially yielded positive results. For about the last four months, the area had not experienced flooding, allowing residents to carry out their activities more comfortably. However, after Eid al-Fitr, high rainfall once again triggered flooding in the area.

Consequently, residents were affected again, from disrupted rest times to damage of electronic equipment due to water inundation. Preliminary field evaluations indicate the flooding was caused by the overflow of water storage, the return of waste accumulation, and the presence of a bottleneck point downstream that obstructs water flow. This condition causes water to not flow smoothly and instead back up into residential areas during heavy rain.

During the meeting, it was emphasized that a sustained commitment from all parties, especially the toll road management, is crucial to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the flood control system that has been built.

“We do not want a temporary solution. There must be a comprehensive evaluation so that this handling is truly complete and residents are no longer victims every time it rains,” it was stated.

It was also urged that the Public Works and Housing Office, together with the local neighborhood head, immediately follow up on the bottleneck issue by coordinating with landowners to widen the channel downstream, allowing water to flow smoothly without obstruction.

It is hoped that through synergy between the local government, toll road management, and the community, the flooding problem in Rawajati Krukut can be resolved permanently.

“The hope is simple: residents can live peacefully and comfortably again without worry when it rains,” the statement concluded.

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Rawajati Krukut

Rawajati Krukut is a neighborhood in South Jakarta, Indonesia, historically known as an area settled by the Betawi people, the indigenous inhabitants of Jakarta. Its name reflects local geographic features, with “Krukut” referring to a small river that once flowed through the area, which was part of the colonial-era hinterlands of Batavia. Today, it is a residential urban district that retains elements of Betawi culture amidst the city’s modern development.

Depok–Antasari Toll Road

The Depok–Antasari Toll Road is a major 10.5-kilometer urban toll road in Jakarta, Indonesia, connecting Depok to South Jakarta. It was constructed to alleviate severe traffic congestion in the southern corridor and was fully opened to the public in 2019 after several years of development. As part of the larger Jakarta Outer Ring Road 2 system, it serves as a critical artery for commuters and freight transport into the capital.

Desari

Desari is a small town in Bihar, India, historically known as being the birthplace of the 16th-century poet and saint Vidyapati, a key figure in Maithili literature. While not a major tourist site itself, it holds cultural significance for its association with his life and work, contributing to the region’s literary heritage. Today, it remains a quiet town within the cultural landscape of Mithila.

Rawajati Krukut

Rawajati Krukut

Rawajati Krukut is a neighborhood (kelurahan) located in the Pancoran subdistrict of South Jakarta, Indonesia. Historically, the area was part of the colonial-era *land* (private estate) of Tandjong West and evolved from rural land into a densely populated urban settlement. Today, it is a typical residential community within the capital, reflecting Jakarta’s rapid growth and urbanization.

Depok–Antasari Toll Road

The Depok–Antasari Toll Road is a major 10.5-kilometer urban toll road in Jakarta, Indonesia, connecting Depok to South Jakarta. It was constructed to alleviate severe traffic congestion in the southern corridor and was fully opened to the public in 2019 after several years of development. As part of the larger Jakarta Outer Ring Road 2 (JORR 2) system, it serves as a critical artery for commuters and freight transport into the capital.