Prabowo: If You Want to Fix Jakarta's Traffic, Step Up to Be Governor Like Mas Pram

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto urged the public to engage in politics to address the issues they face.

He suggested that citizens who complain about traffic congestion in Jakarta should actively participate in politics to find solutions rather than just criticize the government.

"The desire to improve people's lives should be our focus. If all we do is complain and rant about Jakarta's traffic, we only blame the governor or the government. Responsible citizens, if they want to fix the traffic situation, should enter politics," Prabowo stated during the 15th Anniversary of the Nasdem Party at Nasdem Tower in Jakarta on Wednesday night (11/11/2026).

Prabowo then referenced Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung, who, according to him, also once complained about the traffic in Jakarta.

However, Pramono chose to run for the position of governor of Jakarta and unexpectedly emerged victorious in the gubernatorial election.

"Step up. Become a governor. Just like Mas Pram. In his youth, he also complained, 'Jakarta is congested, Jakarta is congested.' But now, he takes responsibility and runs for governor. He was surprised to be elected," Prabowo said.

According to him, Pramono is an example of a responsible individual who dared to step up to improve Jakarta's traffic situation.

"Now, he is the one responsible. Anyone who wants to improve the lives of the people must have the courage," he added.