Jakarta Legislative Council Commission D Chairman, Yuke Yurike has given a thumbs up to the first year of Governor Pramono Anung and Vice Governor Rano Karno’s administration, describing their progress as both measurable and on the right track.

Despite only being in their first year of a five-year term, she noted that several key programs have hit the bullseye. Remarkably, some initiatives that were not initially on the drawing board have been successfully rolled out to high standards.

“The most important thing is that the benefits are being felt on the ground. Statistics are meaningless if the people don't see a real difference in their daily lives,” she stated, Tuesday (2/24).

She highlighted flood mitigation as a standout success. While the job is far from over, the decision to prioritize the Ciliwung River normalization is seen as a concrete step that deserves praise.

"The improvement in flood handling is palpable. Even if it's not a closed case yet, at least there is a clear commitment to focusing on the city’s major waterways," she added.

Beyond flood control, Yuke pointed to the expansion of transport networks to satellite cities as a major plus, hoping it will eventually take the edge off Jakarta’s notorious traffic. However, she cautioned that subsidy policies must be handled with care to avoid putting a strain on the public.

While she praised the recent push for more Green Open Spaces (RTH), she reminded the administration that waste management remains a tough nut to crack.

"In the future, waste is a serious issue. But so far, the most visible wins are in flood control, transport, and green spaces," she explained.

Despite the positive feedback from the public, she warned that the city is not out of the woods yet, especially with fiscal constraints looming. She urged the Jakarta government to be more selective and tighten its belt where necessary.

“With a limited budget, the government must be extremely savvy. Every program must bridge the gap between being a modern city and touching the lives of the grassroots,” she explained.

Addressing the high rates of poverty and social inequality, as well as education and health, Yuke remains hopeful.

“The path ahead is not easy. But I am optimistic that with a steady hand at the tiller and strong support, these challenges can be overcome step by step,” she concluded.