RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta - The Jakarta Provincial Administration is calling on residents to take a frontline role in public health enforcement. They are encouraged to use the Jakarta Kini (JAKI) mobile application to report violations of Smoke-Free Zones (KTR).

This grassroots surveillance initiative follows the official enactment of Jakarta Provincial Regulation No. 7/2025, which serves as a foundational guideline for tobacco control in the capital.

Lawmaker of the Jakarta Provincial Legislative Council (DPRD) Gusti Arief emphasized that while the legal framework is now in place, the success of the policy hinges on rigorous civil society oversight.

Speaking in Jakarta on Sunday, February 22, 2026, he urged the public to act as additional eyes and ears for the authorities. "We encourage the community to use the JAKI application to report any KTR violations so that we can follow up immediately."

The push for digital reporting comes as a direct response to findings by the Youth Representative Council (DPRemaja), an alliance under the Indonesian Youth Council for Tactical Changes (IYCTC).

The youth group recently uncovered a surge in tobacco promotions at neighborhood kiosks. These advertisements specifically target residents living near public spaces and educational institutions.

Bryan Akhtur Alexander, a representative of DPRemaja, highlighted that these violations are particularly prevalent in areas like Pekayon in East Jakarta. He also pointed out similar issues in Jagakarsa and Cipedak in South Jakarta.

“We still find massive forms of promotion in various stalls, the targets of which are local residents, as well as those near public spaces and educational institutions,” remarked Alexander, as quoted by Antara.

He noted that in Jagakarsa, tobacco products are still being openly and illegally displayed in storefronts.

In light of these findings, the youth alliance is urging the DPRD to ensure that the Tobacco Product Excise Revenue Sharing Fund (DBH CHT) and Regional Tobacco Tax (PRD) are properly managed. They are calling for these funds to be strictly allocated toward tobacco advertisement enforcement and child protection.

The Jakarta Provincial Administration maintains that the new regulation aligns with global best practices. These standards include bans on smoking and electronic cigarette use in workplaces, restrictions on sales points, and a total prohibition of tobacco sponsorship.

Despite the stricter oversight, Deputy Governor Rano Karno clarified that the policy aims for fairness rather than a total industry shutdown. "This policy is not intended to kill economic activity. The industry can still run, but with stricter regulations so that public health becomes the top priority." ***