Indonesia Accelerates Rural Electrification Efforts

Comprehensive Village Electricity Program

The Indonesian government has launched an ambitious initiative to develop electricity infrastructure in 1,285 villages by the end of 2025 through the Village Electricity Program (Lisdes). This strategic move is part of the broader national effort to achieve universal electricity access by 2030, as mandated by the current administration.

Government Commitment to Energy Equity

Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), Bahlil Lahadalia, emphasized that electricity access is a fundamental right for all Indonesian citizens. The government's commitment to this cause was reaffirmed during a recent visit to Desa Bandar Jaya, Kabupaten Musi Banyuasin, Sumatera Selatan, where Bahlil inspected the progress of the Lisdes program and inaugurated the installation of new electricity connections.

Policy Alignment with Presidential Vision

The ESDM Minister highlighted that the electricity development target aligns with President Prabowo's vision for comprehensive electrification across Indonesia by 2029-2030. This policy direction underscores the government's focus on infrastructure development as a key driver of economic growth and social equity.

Implementation through State-Owned Utility

The program is being implemented through PT PLN (Persero), the state-owned electricity company, which plays a crucial role in expanding electricity access to remote and underserved areas. The government's efforts through Lisdes demonstrate a significant step towards achieving energy justice and supporting national development objectives.