Predictions that the transmission of the new coronavirus that caused COVID-19 will move outside the capital must be taken seriously, especially ahead of the Islamic holiday of Idul Fitri.

The challenge of curbing the spread of COVID-19 in the regions is becoming increasingly complicated with the exodus of informal workers from urban areas to their hometowns.

Informal workers in Greater Jakarta whose daily incomes have declined due to lack of work may go home to their respective villages. If not anticipated, it could further spread the COVID-19.