Kementan and Bapanas Deliver Humanitarian Aid to Flood-Affected Aceh

Third Phase of Relief Efforts

The Ministry of Agriculture (Kementan) in collaboration with the National Food Agency (Bapanas) has successfully delivered 220 tons of humanitarian aid to Aceh as part of their ongoing relief operations. The shipment arrived at Krueng Geukueh Port in Lhoksumawe, Aceh, on December 24, 2025, aboard KRI Makasar.

Background and Significance

This latest dispatch represents the third phase of the Kementan Peduli program, which was initiated to provide support to communities affected by recent flooding in the region. The aid shipment underscores the government's commitment to addressing the needs of disaster-stricken areas.

Logistics and Distribution

The aid was transported via KRI Makasar, a strategic asset that enabled the efficient delivery of relief supplies to the affected region. According to Irham Waroihan, Inspector General of the Ministry of Agriculture, the total cargo of approximately 220 tons was earmarked for distribution in Aceh and Medan. This follows previous aid deliveries, including around 100 tons dispatched to Padang, West Sumatra, in earlier phases.

Government Coordination

The successful execution of this aid delivery highlights the coordinated efforts between Kementan and Bapanas in responding to the humanitarian needs arising from natural disasters. The operation demonstrates the government's proactive approach to disaster relief and its commitment to supporting affected communities.