Jakarta will transform into a global city and become a pillar of the national economy after it is no longer the capital. However, ironically, various social and economic problems are still another face of this city.
The stark gap between slums and poor living conditions and the glitz of skyscrapers is still a major problem in Jakarta. This real portrait is seen in a video uploaded by the TikTok account @honeyystarss_.
In the video, he highlights the condition of a Rp500,000 rental in a slum area of Jakarta. The rental looks far from decent, with cramped space and minimal facilities.
The video drew responses from netizens who shared their views on the harsh realities of life in Jakarta. Some also highlighted the contrast between expectations and reality when moving to Jakarta.
"Sorry, but urban poverty is indeed more miserable," commented @mediacentreptdi
"in Cikarang / Karawang 500 are still habitable. Seeing this is so sad," said @delapanz
"Initially I thought it would be luxurious, but it turns out there are also slums," wrote @slsbilazhrraa
"It turns out I should be more grateful for living in a remote but comfortable and tidy place," said @capricornr_2
Curious about what a rented house in Jakarta looks like? Here is what brilio.net has collected from TikTok @honeyystarss_, Saturday (11/30).
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1. This is what a Rp500,000 rental looks like in a slum in Jakarta. The houses are seen huddled together with their neighbors, making ventilation minimal and the neighbors' voices can be heard clearly.
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2. The walls are still made of bricks without plaster, making the slum impression even more pronounced.
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3. Messy furniture fills the residential area due to limited space which makes everything an emergency.
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4. Bathrooms and kitchens are usually shared with other residents, without adequate privacy and cleanliness.
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5. The floor is just rough cement which often cracks and becomes slippery when exposed to water.
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6. This rental has a narrow space that is only enough for a small mattress and some daily necessities.
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7. Because it is so narrow, all the items in this room cannot be arranged neatly.