Thursday, 14 May 2026
BANDA ACEH | INDATANEWS.COM – The Aceh Provincial Government celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Trans Kutaraja public transportation service at the Type-A Batoh Terminal in Banda Aceh on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Over the past decade, the free public transit system has transported around 10 million passengers, making it one of the most prominent symbols of public service in Aceh.
Aceh Provincial Secretary M Nasir said Trans Kutaraja reflects the regional government's commitment to providing accessible and high-quality public transportation for the community."Within a decade, Trans Kutaraja has served 10 million passengers and continues to operate free of charge. The service has become a symbol of public transportation in Aceh," Nasir said.
Read Also:
Nasir emphasized that the 10-year milestone is not only a celebration, but also a moment to reflect on the government's efforts to continuously improve public services, particularly in the transportation sector.
Read Also:According to him, Trans Kutaraja represents the government's commitment to developing an inclusive transportation system that delivers direct benefits to the public.
Currently, Trans Kutaraja serves Banda Aceh and Aceh Besar through several routes connecting key destinations across the region. A total of 60 buses operate daily, transporting between 2,000 and 4,000 passengers at no cost.
Nasir also assured the public that the free transportation program will continue under the leadership of Governor Muzakir Manaf and Deputy Governor Fadhlullah."The Aceh Government is committed to gradually expanding the public mass transportation system to other cities and regencies across Aceh," he said.
Read Also:
Head of the Aceh Transportation Agency Teuku Faisal stated that the free Trans Kutaraja service is a tangible form of government support for public mobility.
Read Also:"Trans Kutaraja has become part of the daily lives of thousands of students, workers, market visitors, and mosque worshippers," Faisal said.
To improve service quality, the Transportation Agency introduced new digital innovations, namely Q-Raja and the Raja Card.
Q-Raja is a QR code-based check-in system designed to simplify passenger access to public transportation. Meanwhile, the Raja Card is intended for residents who are not yet familiar with smartphone technology.Expansion of Public Transportation Planned
Read Also:The Aceh Government plans to gradually expand the mass transportation network to additional cities and regencies throughout the province. Trans Kutaraja is expected to remain a safe, comfortable, and affordable public transportation solution for the people of Aceh. (IDNC)
REPORTER: Adli Safwan | EDITOR: Fik Sagala
