Penajam Paser Utara, Nov. 2 -- The Nusantara Capital City (IKN) Authority has launched free health checks for construction workers helping build Indonesia's new capital in the districts of Penajam Paser Utara and Kutai Kartanegara, East Kalimantan, to safeguard their health and support smooth project progress.

"We are conducting free health checks for construction workers to ensure the sustainability of IKN's development," said Troy Pantouw, spokesperson for the IKN Authority, on Sunday.

The authority said it will monitor examination results and assess follow-up needs as part of efforts to create a safe, healthy, and productive work environment. All workers are also required to be registered with BPJS Ketenagakerjaan, the national worke...