President Jokowi and First Lady Take the WHOOSH High-Speed Train to Padalarang Station After Inaugurating the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway
2 October 2023 – President Joko Widodo and First Lady Ibu Negara have embarked on a journey aboard the state-of-the-art high-speed train, WHOOSH, to reach Padalarang Station in Kabupaten Bandung Barat. This comes immediately after the official inauguration of the highly anticipated Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway earlier today.
As a testament to the country’s commitment to modern transportation infrastructure, President Jokowi and the First Lady experienced the convenience and efficiency of the WHOOSH high-speed train firsthand. The couple boarded the train at Sudirman Station in Jakarta and traveled swiftly to their destination in Kabupaten Bandung Barat.
The Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway, which covers a distance of approximately 150 kilometers, is expected to significantly reduce travel time between the two cities. The new railway system promises a journey time of just 30 minutes, compared to several hours by road. This development will undoubtedly facilitate economic growth, improve connectivity, and enhance people-to-people relations between Jakarta and Bandung.
In a tweet shared on his official Twitter account (@jokowi), the President expressed his excitement about traveling on the high-speed train, saying, “Today marks an important milestone for Indonesia’s transportation sector. The Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway brings us closer than ever before, promoting development and enabling seamless connectivity. We are proud of this achievement!”
The WHOOSH high-speed train, equipped with state-of-the-art technology and comfortable amenities, offers a luxurious and smooth travel experience. With speeds reaching up to 350 kilometers per hour, the high-speed train is set to revolutionize the way Indonesians travel, providing a fast, safe, and environmentally friendly mode of transportation.
The journey to Padalarang Station signifies the President’s and First Lady’s dedication to ensuring the successful implementation of the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway project. This milestone project will undoubtedly enhance Indonesia’s connectivity and contribute to its economic growth and development.
