Holiday Ayo - The National Monument (Monas) Area Management Unit (UPK) plans to extend operational hours until 22.00 WIB. This was done after there were many protests from the public. 

Previously, Monas only operated until 16.00 WIB. The Area Management Unit (UPK) spoke about operational hours which are only until 16.00 WIB. 

“We hope that in the near future, Monas can be opened until 22.00 WIB, especially on Saturdays and Sundays, so that people can enjoy the beauty of Monas at night safely and comfortably," said the Head of the Monas UPK, Isa Sanuri in a written statement, Saturday (7/27). 

Even though it has been planned, Isa still doesn't know when the new policy of adding Monas operational hours will be implemented. 

He reasoned that limiting operating hours to 16.00 WIB is for the comfort and safety of visitors, considering that Monas is not only a tourist destination, but also a cultural heritage and a vital national object. 

Operational hours until 16.00 WIB have been in effect since mid-2022. Previously, Monas was closed to the public when the Covid-19 pandemic hit in 2022. 

“The safety and comfort of visitors is our priority. Considering the importance of the security aspect, especially in this political year, Monas operations are limited to no more than nighttime," said Isa. 

“This restriction is the result of coordination with the relevant Security Agencies to ensure the safety and comfort of visitors," he added. 

Previously, there was widespread discussion on social media X (formerly Twitter) regarding Monas' operational hours which were only until 16.00 WIB. 

This policy is unfortunate for residents, because Monas is also good to visit in the afternoon and evening.