Police spokesman Brigadier General Trunoyudo Wisnu Andiko said on Sunday the force is targeting the construction of 569 drilled wells in Aceh, North Sumatra and West Sumatra, areas hit by floods and landslides in recent months.
Of that total, 249 wells have already been realized, consisting of 236 active wells and 13 still under construction, Andiko said, outlining progress in the nationwide operation.
Aceh Province accounts for the largest share of the program. Of 389 wells planned there, 171 have been completed so far, including 167 active wells and four still being built.
“Aceh Tamiang District has the highest number of drilled wells, with 132 active units, from a specific target of 300 wells,” Andiko said, adding that the district remains a top priority due to the scale of damage.
Other well projects in Aceh are spread across North Aceh, Pidie Jaya, Bireuen, Central Aceh, Bener Meriah, Langsa City, East Aceh, West Aceh, Pidie, Nagan Raya and Singkil Districts.
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In North Sumatra Province, Andiko said all 30 planned well locations have been completed and are fully operational, providing immediate benefits to local residents.
The wells in North Sumatra are located in Langkat, North Tapanuli and Central Tapanuli Districts, areas that experienced disruptions to water supplies following disasters.
Progress has been slower in West Sumatra, where 48 of the 150 planned wells have been realized so far, including 39 active wells and nine still under construction.
Construction in West Sumatra is ongoing in Agam, Padang Pariaman and Pesisir Selatan districts, as well as in the cities of Padang Panjang, Bukittinggi and Solok.
Andiko said the drilled wells form part of the police’s commitment to supporting post-disaster recovery, particularly in ensuring access to clean and safe water.
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“This program is a concrete step to help communities maintain access to clean water after disasters,” he said, noting the work is being carried out in stages and designed to be sustainable.
He added that the police will continue to accelerate construction at remaining sites through coordination with local governments and other stakeholders.
“We hope these wells will provide direct benefits and help speed up the recovery of disaster-affected communities,” Andiko said.
Translator: Nadia Putri, Resinta Sulistiyandari
Editor: Rahmad Nasution
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