River Cleanups Spur Communal Synergy During Pandemic

Around 20 people had gathered on the banks of the Taluk Kubur River at the weekend. Almost all wore green long-sleeved T-shirts and masks, with some even wore two masks.

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The Ecotourism Area of the Antasan Bromo Bridge in Mantuil Village, South Banjarmasin District, Banjarmasin City, South Kalimantan at dusk, on Saturday (1/5/2021).

Its river is the identity of the city of Banjarmasin. Many residents from various communities who care about the environment are trying to maintain Banjarmasin’s identity as a beautiful riverside city, heading down together to the river to keep it clean despite the Covid-19 pandemic.

On Saturday (7/8/2021), regardless of the community activity restrictions (PPKM) that was still in force in Banjarmasin, the city’s residents arrived one by one to the banks of the Taluk Kubur River in North Alalak Village of North Banjarmasin district, Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan. Some rode bicycles, while others rode motorcycles.