Fire at Gambir Station's South Hall, KAI Assures Train Services Unaffected
A fire broke out in the south hall of Gambir Station in Central Jakarta on Saturday night (Nov. 7, 2026), but Indonesian Railways (KAI) has confirmed that train operations were not affected. Firefighters responded quickly, prioritizing passenger safety. KAI will investigate the cause and review safety measures to prevent recurrence.
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