Contraflow Details

To alleviate congestion, police initiated a contraflow on the Jakarta-Cikampek (japek) toll road. The measure affects traffic heading towards Jakarta.

• Location: KM 55 to KM 47 towards Jakarta.
• Implementation: A single lane was designated for contraflow.
• Nature: The contraflow is applied situationally,adapting to real-time traffic conditions.

The TMC Polda Metro Jaya, the traffic management center of the Jakarta Metropolitan Police, announced the implementation via their X account at 10:02 PM Western Indonesian Time.

Traffic engineering strategies like contraflow are commonly used in Indonesia to manage traffic, especially during peak hours or holidays. These strategies temporarily reverse the direction of traffic flow on certain lanes to increase capacity in the direction of heaviest traffic.

Safety and Regulations

Authorities emphasized the importance of safe driving practices during the contraflow.

• Safe Distance: Drivers are urged to maintain a safe following distance.
• Speed Limit: A maximum speed limit of 40 km/hour is enforced within the contraflow zone.

The police issued a statement emphasizing road safety:

Thank you to the people who have participated in maintaining Kamseltibcarlantas. Motorists are advised to keep a safe distance and pay attention to the speed limit when driving.Always be aware of road conditions,prioritizing safety,make sure the e-toll balance is sufficient and comply with the directions of officers in the field.

Kamseltibcarlantas is an acronym that translates to “Security, Safety, Order, and Smoothness of Traffic.” It represents the core principles that Indonesian traffic police aim to uphold.

Importance of Compliance

Adherence to traffic regulations and instructions from officers is crucial for the safety and efficiency of the contraflow system.Motorists are reminded to ensure their electronic toll payment cards have sufficient balance to avoid delays.