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- Asep Haryono | Online Cabs Like Uber Are Not Allowed To Operate at Supadio Airport - Powered by Blogger
When I was dropping off my beloved wife at Supadi Airport, I noticed a sign prohibiting online taxis from picking up passengers in the airport area. On my way back to the parking lot where I had left my motorcycle, this caught my attention. I had previously read news from several online and print media outlets in Indonesia about incidents involving assaults by conventional taxi drivers on online taxi drivers in several major cities.
I deeply regret such acts of vigilantism.
Regardless of the reason, assault is a form of taking the law into one’s own hands, and it is punishable under the law. There should be no place for such behavior in a democracy like Indonesia. We already have established rules and laws to handle disputes. I am not a legal expert just a concerned citizen and a citizen journalist so allow me to share my opinion here.
Let us briefly revisit the legal framework surrounding internet-based transportation services like online taxis. Government Regulation No. 26 of 2017 issued by the Ministry of Transportation of The Republic of Indonesia clearly defines the upper and lower fare limits for online taxis. Services like GoCar, Grab, and Uber use an application-based system to operate.
There is a distinction between operational permits and transportation organizer permits. Online taxi services (Maybe like UBER in the US - redacted) are suspected of not fully completing their administrative requirements, particularly the Transportation Organizer Permit, which differs from the operational permit many currently hold
Are Online Taxis Illegal?
As discussed above, providers of these online transport services should immediately process the appropriate Transportation Operation Permits, in accordance with Indonesia’s legal framework.
If these permits are not yet obtained, then the "illegal" label may be justified from an administrative standpoint. Indonesia is a country governed by the rule of law, and everyone is expected to follow regulations accordingly. Every person has the right to earn a halal (lawful) income, but that right must be exercised within the boundaries of the law.
To me, this seems to be a matter of administrative misunderstanding one that can be resolved through transparency and open dialogue.
On the other hand, let’s put an end to envy. Conventional taxis have their own segment of loyal customers, while online taxis have become popular among younger, tech-savvy generations who value convenience and affordability. Today, almost everything from ordering food to booking a ride can be done through a smartphone.
Let us uphold existing regulations, implement them fairly, and ensure compliance. God willing (Insya Allah), with cooperation and mutual understanding, there will be no more clashes or conflicts between conventional and online taxi providers.
At the end of the day, consumers are king. Everything should be viewed from the user’s perspective, with service and satisfaction as top priorities. Anyone running a business or an independent operation must respect and follow the law.
I deeply regret such acts of vigilantism.
Regardless of the reason, assault is a form of taking the law into one’s own hands, and it is punishable under the law. There should be no place for such behavior in a democracy like Indonesia. We already have established rules and laws to handle disputes. I am not a legal expert just a concerned citizen and a citizen journalist so allow me to share my opinion here.
Let us briefly revisit the legal framework surrounding internet-based transportation services like online taxis. Government Regulation No. 26 of 2017 issued by the Ministry of Transportation of The Republic of Indonesia clearly defines the upper and lower fare limits for online taxis. Services like GoCar, Grab, and Uber use an application-based system to operate.
There is a distinction between operational permits and transportation organizer permits. Online taxi services (Maybe like UBER in the US - redacted) are suspected of not fully completing their administrative requirements, particularly the Transportation Organizer Permit, which differs from the operational permit many currently hold
I took this photo with my mobile phone. The banner is in Bahasa Indonesia.
They said "Online cabs are prohibited to pick any passenger at the area of Supadio Airport"
They said "Online cabs are prohibited to pick any passenger at the area of Supadio Airport"
Are Online Taxis Illegal?
As discussed above, providers of these online transport services should immediately process the appropriate Transportation Operation Permits, in accordance with Indonesia’s legal framework.
If these permits are not yet obtained, then the "illegal" label may be justified from an administrative standpoint. Indonesia is a country governed by the rule of law, and everyone is expected to follow regulations accordingly. Every person has the right to earn a halal (lawful) income, but that right must be exercised within the boundaries of the law.
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The baggage claim section at Supadio Airport . Photo taken from DETIK COM |
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The look of Supadio Airport which has been planned to become an International airport shortly. Photo taken from Kalbar Sepekan |
On the other hand, let’s put an end to envy. Conventional taxis have their own segment of loyal customers, while online taxis have become popular among younger, tech-savvy generations who value convenience and affordability. Today, almost everything from ordering food to booking a ride can be done through a smartphone.
Let us uphold existing regulations, implement them fairly, and ensure compliance. God willing (Insya Allah), with cooperation and mutual understanding, there will be no more clashes or conflicts between conventional and online taxi providers.
At the end of the day, consumers are king. Everything should be viewed from the user’s perspective, with service and satisfaction as top priorities. Anyone running a business or an independent operation must respect and follow the law.
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