Nusantara: Indonesia's green future in the middle of unfinished capital

Nusantara: Indonesia's green future in the middle of unfinished capital

nusantara (dpa) - Indonesia independence day will be celebrated in a special light this year, since the unfinished new capital Nusantara is the focus. The celebrations that started in the morning (local time) take place for the first time in the emerging city on Borneo, where the construction of a futuristic smart city is progressing in the middle of the jungle.

The vision of nusantara

The capital, which was previously considered to be unfinished, is an ambitious project, which was launched by President Joko Widodo, also known as Jokowi. He emphasized that Nusantara is a "canvas" that will shape the future of Indonesia. Here he particularly emphasized that not many countries have the opportunity to almost redesign a capital.

sustainability in the urban development plan

The President explained his plans with the concept of a forest city: "Nusantara becomes full of green and not just made of concrete or glass." This approach is also intended to integrate intelligent technologies that make life in the city more comfortable. So it is planned that flying taxis will run in the city. Nevertheless, most of the construction projects are still in progress. Infrastructures such as residential buildings, schools and hospitals have not yet been completed, and the decision to move the capital to Borneo is mainly motivated by the dramatic increase in sea level in Jakarta.

criticism of the infrastructure and the relocations

Despite the exciting vision of the future, there are serious concerns. Critics complain that many borne residents had to be relocated. The compensation offered does not always reach the amount required to build a new life. This problem illustrates the social challenges associated with the construction of the new capital and raises fundamental questions about fairness and justice.

A look into the future and the reactions of the citizens

With the presence of Jokowi and his chosen successor Prabowo Subianto at the celebrations, it becomes clear how important this project is for the management of Indonesia. In addition to the symbolic meaning for the independence of the country, Nusantara also serves as an expression of national ambitions. The newly designed presidential palace, also designed in the form of a huge eagle, is already fascinated by many citizens and clearly shows which architecture could be realized in the new capital.

Another step in Indonesia's history

With the founding of Nusantara as the future capital of Indonesia, an important step in the history of the country is taken. However, the creation of a modern and sustainable city must go hand in hand with the social needs of the affected population to ensure a harmonious coexistence. The development of Nusantara therefore stands for a move of the capital, but also for a new beginning that reacts to the challenges of the present and future.