Jakarta Vice Governor Rano Karno checked the availability of food stocks ahead of Christmas and New Year (Nataru) by visiting Block B III at Senen Market, Central Jakarta, on Monday (12/22).

During the visit, he also reviewed food commodity prices in the market.

"Yesterday, the Governor delivered basic necessities to our brothers and sisters in the Thousand Islands. Today, we are tasked with monitoring those on the mainland," he mentioned.

From the monitoring results, Rano assured that all food commodities in Jakarta will be sufficiently available until next January.

"Prices in the market are generally relatively stable," he stated.

Rano pointed out that among the various food commodities, broiler chicken and eggs have experienced a price hike, observed consistently over the last four to five months.

"To keep food commodity prices stable, we will continue to hold affordable food programs," Rano added.

In addition to checking stock availability and price stability, Rano also ensured that the food sold in the markets is in good condition and free from harmful substances.

"I emphasize, be careful and don't be careless. Make sure there are no harmful chemicals like borax, or anything like that," he asserted.