MRT Jakarta Reiterates Ban on Eating and Drinking After Viral Video

A video showed a passenger arguing with MRT Jakarta staff after they reminded him not to drink on a train in Jakarta.

The video spread on social media and showed two staff members approaching a man who had a drink.

MRT Jakarta bans eating and drinking in paid station areas and on its Ratangga trains.

The operator says the rule is meant to protect cleanliness, comfort and order.

Staff were carrying out their duty by reminding passengers to follow the rules, the company said.

It also said staff should give reminders politely and treat passengers with respect.

MRT Jakarta asked passengers to follow the rules and staff instructions, but no further action related to the video was stated.