Jakarta, Sept. 9 -- The Jakarta Youth and Sports Office stated that National Sports Day (Haornas) serves as a reminder that sports are an important part of life, not only for athletes but for the public as well.

"Sports are a very valuable investment for ourselves. If we are fit, healthy, and productive, everything we do can be productive, and more importantly, benefit society," head of the office, Andri Yansyah, said during a podcast here on Wednesday.

He said his side wants to connect residents with sports so that exercising does not remain just an occasional activity.

He pointed out that more and more residents are now willing to exercise, as shown by the large crowds attending Car Free Day (CFD) events on Jenderal Sudirman-MH Thamr...