Indonesia’s Aceh provincial government is drafting a comprehensive post-disaster rehabilitation and reconstruction plan after flash floods and landslides hit several areas, with the document expected to be completed by January, a senior official said.
The plan, known as the Post-Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Plan (R3P), will form the basis for seeking funding and support from the central government, Aceh Provincial Secretary M. Nasir told reporters in Banda Aceh on Friday.
Nasir said the provincial government is responsible for compiling the R3P using data submitted by affected districts and municipalities, with all findings to be forwarded to national authorities for approval and implementation.
He said the government aims to submit the final document to the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) and other relevant ministries and institutions by no later than Jan. 20, 2026.
The R3P must comprehensively record the impact of the disasters, including damage to homes, the environment, economic sectors, residential areas, and assets owned by villages, districts, and the provincial government, Nasir said.
“All affected elements must be properly documented. We are targeting the rehabilitation and reconstruction process to be completed by 2028,” he added.
Flash floods and landslides have repeatedly affected Aceh, Indonesia’s westernmost province, disrupting communities and damaging infrastructure, particularly during periods of heavy rainfall.
BNPB Deputy for Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Jarwansah stressed the importance of thorough planning to ensure effective and well-targeted implementation on the ground.
Based on current field assessments, he said a full rehabilitation and reconstruction effort could take up to five years, depending on the scale of damage and funding availability.
Jarwansah said all disaster-related damage must be included in the R3P, warning that once the plan is approved at the national level, no additional items can be added later.
“Everything affected must be clearly listed in the R3P, from private homes to village, district and provincial assets,” he said.
“If something is left out and the plan has already been nationally approved, there will be no opportunity to include it afterward,” Jarwansah added.
The Aceh government said coordination with local administrations remains critical to ensure accurate data collection and prevent gaps in the assessment process.
Officials said the R3P would also serve as a roadmap for rebuilding communities, restoring livelihoods and strengthening disaster resilience in one of Indonesia’s most disaster-prone regions.
In addition to Aceh, North Sumatra and West Sumatra were also hit by floods and landslides in late November 2025. According to the BNPB, as of January 2, the disasters claimed 1,157 lives, with 530 fatalities recorded in Aceh.
Indonesia frequently experiences floods and landslides due to heavy rains, deforestation and challenging terrain, prompting authorities to emphasise long-term planning and mitigation alongside emergency response efforts.
Related news: Govt forms task force for post-disaster water recovery
Related news: Prabowo urges cooler roofs for Aceh flood survivors' temporary homes
Translator: Rahmat Fajri, Raka Adji
Editor: Rahmad Nasution
Copyright © ANTARA 2026
