Public Mobility Decreases During Emergency PPKM

Indonesian citizens' mobility outside their homes has decreased since early July 2021. For example, movement to public transportation hubs has dropped by an average of 36% in the last week compared to normal conditions before the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic.

Mobility to workplaces is also 25% lower than normal. Movement to parks, beaches, and other public open spaces is 12.6% lower than normal. Furthermore, mobility to restaurants, cafes, shopping malls, and tourist attractions is down 11.7% compared to normal conditions.

However, mobility to markets, supermarkets, and pharmacies has increased by 19% from normal conditions. A similar trend occurred in residential areas, at 10.7%.

The decrease in people's mobility outside their homes at the beginning of this month was partly due to the Emergency Community Activity Restrictions (PPKM Darurat) from July 3rd to 20th, 2021. This measure aimed to suppress the spread of the coronavirus, especially the more contagious Delta variant.

In addition, coronavirus prevention can be achieved by diligently implementing the 3M health protocols: wearing masks, maintaining distance, and washing hands.