Medan –

Governor of North Sumatra, Bobby Afif Nasution, distributed hundreds of food packages to online motorcycle taxi drivers and local residents in the Jalan Zainul Arifin area, Medan Polonia District, Medan.

The social initiative did not stop at one location. After Zainul Arifin, Bobby continued the distribution in front of Plaza Medan Fair on Jalan Gatot Subroto, and concluded on Jalan Halat in Medan Area District.

Hundreds of online drivers were seen enthusiastically queuing to receive the food packages containing rice, sugar, cooking oil, powdered tea, and instant noodles. Many passersby also stopped to receive the assistance. Bobby emphasized that this activity was purely an act of solidarity.

“Just solidarity, earlier we distributed food packages. There was rice, there was sugar, we distributed them to our friends,” said Bobby.

He added that the distribution was done randomly, particularly in locations that are often gathering spots for online drivers.

“Whether they were waiting for passengers or just passing by. We distributed them on the street, there were three locations earlier,” he stated.

Positive responses came from the recipients. An online driver expressed great gratitude for the assistance.

“Extremely helpful, if possible, once a month,” he said.

Meanwhile, another resident who received a package planned to give the food items to his parents.

“I am still single, this food package is for my parents,” he shared.

Jalan Zainul Arifin

Jalan Zainul Arifin is a major thoroughfare in the city of Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia. The street is named after Zainul Arifin, a prominent national hero and politician who served as Deputy Prime Minister of Indonesia in the 1950s. It is a central commercial and administrative artery, home to many government offices, banks, and local businesses.

Medan Polonia District

Medan Polonia is a historic district in Medan, Indonesia, which was the site of the city’s first airport, established during the Dutch colonial era. The area’s name, “Polonia,” is derived from the Polish nationality of a plantation owner’s wife who once owned the land. Today, it is a central urban district known for its government offices and commercial activity.

Plaza Medan Fair

Plaza Medan Fair is a prominent shopping mall located in Medan, Indonesia, which opened in 1992. It was historically significant as one of the city’s first modern, multi-story malls and a major retail hub. While newer centers have since been built, it remains a well-known landmark from that era of urban development.

Jalan Gatot Subroto

Jalan Gatot Subroto is a major arterial road in Jakarta, Indonesia, named after General Gatot Soebroto, a national hero from the Indonesian War of Independence. Historically, it has been a significant route since the Dutch colonial era and is now a central business district lined with government offices, corporate headquarters, and important landmarks.

Jalan Halat

“Jalan Halat” is a major coastal road in Muar, Johor, Malaysia, known for its scenic views of the Straits of Malacca. Historically, it has been a popular local spot for leisure and dining, with a history tied to the town’s development as a trading port.

Medan Area District

The Medan Area District is a historic administrative area in the city of Medan, Indonesia, known for its colonial-era architecture. Its history is deeply tied to the city’s development as a major economic hub during the Dutch colonial period, particularly for the rubber and tobacco plantations of Sumatra. Today, it remains a bustling commercial and residential area that preserves much of its historical character.