DLHK Urges Bandung Residents to Keep Sukajadi Street Clean
Bandung, Indonesia – The Department of Environmental and Sanitation Affairs (DLHK) in Bandung has issued a plea to residents to refrain from littering along Sukajadi Street in the city. The street has unfortunately become a hotspot for illegal waste dumping, causing significant environmental and health concerns within the community.
DLHK’s Call to Action
DLHK chief Dudi Prayudi emphasized the importance of proper waste disposal practices, urging locals to utilize designated garbage collection points instead of resorting to dumping waste on the streets. DLHK has taken proactive measures, working with local authorities to inform residents about the significance of using trash disposal sites like the Pasar Sukajadi Temporary Waste Collection Point.
“We have directed residents in the Sukajadi area to dispose of their garbage at the nearest waste collection point, which is the Pasar Sukajadi Temporary Waste Collection Point. We have also instructed district and sub-district officials to disseminate this information to the public,” stated Dudi on Friday, January 10, 2025.
Legal Enforcement and Community Response
Regarding the enforcement of waste disposal regulations and addressing the issue of Sukajadi Street turning into an unauthorized dumpsite, DLHK has highlighted that it falls under the jurisdiction of the Public Order Agency (Satpol PP) to take appropriate action. However, when contacted for a response, Bandung’s Satpol PP head Rasdian Setiadi remained unavailable for comment.
Residents like Fredy from Sukajadi have expressed their concerns about the longstanding issue of waste accumulation on Sukajadi Street and its adverse impact on the local community. Fredy noted that waste piles have been present for approximately 2 to 3 months, not only on Sukajadi Street but also on Pasteur Street leading to the Hasan Sadikin Hospital in Bandung.
“I’ve noticed waste accumulating in the Sukajadi area for about 2 to 3 months, and the same goes for Pasteur Street,” shared Fredy during an interview on Thursday, January 9, 2025. He observed daily waste buildup on both sides of Sukajadi Street, leading towards the PVJ shopping mall, speculating that the litter originated from local residents whose waste was not properly disposed of.
By working together and raising awareness about responsible waste management, residents and authorities can ensure a cleaner and healthier environment for everyone in Bandung. Let’s all do our part in keeping our city streets clean and free from litter!
