The Kapolda Metro Jaya, Komjen Pol Dadang Hartanto, joins the gathering during the human-centric “Sabtu Bahagia” event, held together with a community of online ride-hailing (ojol) drivers.

progresifjaya.co.id, JAKARTA — The Kapolda Metro Jaya, Komjen Pol Dadang Hartanto, joined an informal gathering—dubbed “Sabtu Bahagia”—with a community of online ride-hailing (ojol) drivers. The event took place on the grounds in front of the Polda Metro Jaya’s Special Criminal Investigation Directorate building on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 9:00 AM.

The event featured a health initiative themed “Healthy Drivers, Excellent Service,” alongside the distribution of basic food supply packages to the drivers.

Attended also by members of the Bhayangkari (police spouses’ association) of the Polda Metro Jaya, the event served as both a health service outreach and a means to strengthen ties between the police force and the ride-hailing driver community. Through this initiative, drivers were encouraged to pay closer attention to their health and safety while on the job.

Kapolda Dadang emphasized the importance of maintaining physical well-being, given the high level of mobility required in the drivers’ line of work. He stressed, that health and safety must remain a top priority, ensuring that drivers can perform their duties effectively and return home safely.

“Health must be a shared concern. Our colleagues in the ride-hailing sector work on the roads every single day, so it is essential to keep their physical condition in check. One should not neglect health and safety in the pursuit of work. Most importantly, leave for work in good health and return home safely,” said Kapolda Dadang.

Through this health initiative, drivers were able to access medical check-ups to assess their physical condition. Additionally, the distribution of food packages served as a gesture of care and support for the drivers, who work daily to facilitate the public’s mobility needs.

The “Sabtu Bahagia” event also provided a space for direct communication between the Kapolda Metro Jaya and the ride-hailing driver community. It is hoped that such meetings will foster closer relationships and build mutual trust. It also serves to foster a collective sense of awareness regarding road safety and security.

Guided by the spirit of “Polisi Bersama Masyarakat” and “Kerja Melayani Jakarta” this “Sabtu Bahagia” initiative is intended to provide tangible benefits to drivers—offering everything from healthcare services to essential daily necessities—so that they may continue their work in a healthy, safe, and comfortable manner. Aamiin. (Bembo)