Almost Eight Months Karaoke Business Not Allowed to Open, Inul Daratista Lays Off Hundreds of Employees in Jakarta

Kapanlagi.com - The Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the karaoke entertainment services owned by Inul Daratista. Not only closing several outlets, this singer has also reduced the number of employees.

Inul admits that she had to lay off Inul Vista employees, especially in Jakarta. Because for almost eight months, there has been no clarity on when her business will be allowed to operate again.

"I had to lay off all (employees) in Jakarta. I'm sorry. Because it's been eight months, please understand," said Inul, who was met in the Kapten Tendean area, Tuesday (3/11/2020).

1. Hundreds of Employees Laid Off

Hundreds of employees of Inul Vista karaoke business, who were laid off by Inul Daratista, as known, Jakarta has more than 20 outlets, where each outlet employs about 75 people.

"In Jakarta, there are more than 20 outlets, one outlet has 75 employees, if there are more than 20 outlets, the number (affected by layoffs) can be calculated by itself. Currently, there is more debt than profit because we have no turnover, no profit at all," he continued.

2. Other Areas are Safe

Fortunately, Inul Vista outlets outside Jakarta have been allowed to reopen. So, employees who were previously furloughed are now reemployed.

"Jakarta hasn't (reopened) yet, but it's okay for other areas. There are no layoffs in other areas, some of those who were furloughed have returned," said the singer of the song Buaya Buntung.

3. Wear a Mask - Keep Distance

Various impacts caused by the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic make many people hope that this situation can improve soon. Many measures are taken to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

Including the implementation of health protocols anywhere and anytime. Make sure to #RememberMother'sMessage, KLovers. Wear a mask, wash your hands regularly, and avoid crowds.

(kpl/abs/lou)