Indonesian Government Launches Comprehensive Post-Disaster Recovery Initiative

Task Force Establishment and Mandate

In response to recent natural disasters, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has formed a special task force to oversee the rehabilitation and reconstruction of affected areas in West Sumatra, North Sumatra, and Aceh ¹

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. The task force will be directly led by Minister of Home Affairs Tito Karnavian, who will coordinate efforts across various government agencies and local administrations.

Scope of Recovery Efforts

The task force's mandate includes comprehensive infrastructure repair and reconstruction, focusing on critical sectors such as education facilities, transportation infrastructure, housing, and healthcare services. These efforts will span across 52 districts within the three affected provinces, addressing the widespread impact of the disasters ²

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Rationale and Implementation Strategy

According to Minister of State Secretariat Prasetyo Hadi, the decision to establish this task force was driven by the need to accelerate recovery efforts and ensure effective coordination between different government levels. The President has entrusted the Minister of Home Affairs with this responsibility due to their capacity to coordinate effectively across various government departments and local authorities ¹

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