Government Accelerates Post-Disaster Transport Management in Sumatra

RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta - Transportation Minister, Dudy Purwagandhi, stated that the government is committed to accelerating post-disaster transportation infrastructure management in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. He made this statement during a working meeting with Commission V of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI) on "Post-Disaster Management in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra Provinces" in Jakarta on Tuesday, 27 January 2026.

"The Ministry of Transportation is committed to continuing to accelerate post-disaster transportation infrastructure management in Sumatra in a coordinated, measured, and sustainable manner. All of our steps are oriented towards restoring connectivity, transportation safety, and supporting logistics distribution and community activities in affected areas," Minister Dudy stated.

In an official statement received by RRI Voice Of Indonesia on Wednesday, 28 January 2026, the minister stated that, in accordance with President Prabowo Subianto's directive, all levels of government have been asked to mobilize maximum resources to address the disaster in the Sumatra region. In this context, the Ministry of Transportation falls under the infrastructure category, mandated to repair, enhance, and rebuild transportation infrastructure and facilities.

"All steps we have taken are based on the Master Plan and Action Plan for Accelerated Rehabilitation and Reconstruction, which are integrated across ministries and institutions. We sincerely hope for support, input, and oversight from the Leadership and Members of Commission V of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI) so that the implementation of the emergency response, rehabilitation, and reconstruction can proceed optimally and provide tangible benefits to communities in the affected areas," the Minister of Transportation stated.

Dudy stated that the disaster in Aceh Province had an impact on a number of transportation infrastructures, including 3 Type A Terminals, 3 Type B Terminals, 2 Motor Vehicle Weighing Implementation Units (UPPKB), as well as the 30-kilometer Muara Satu-Kuta Blang railway line with 65 affected locations. In addition, damage also occurred to road safety equipment such as road markings, signs, street lighting equipment (APJ), chevrons, warning lights, and traffic signalling equipment (APILL).

"This condition certainly impacts the smooth flow of goods and people in the Aceh region. Therefore, our emergency response in this region is prioritizing the restoration of basic connectivity functions," the Minister of Transportation said.

In North Sumatra, the disaster affected one Type A Terminal and the Medan-Binjai and Binjai-Besitang railway lines, with a total of 99 kilometers of track and 88 affected locations. Damage also occurred to road markings, signs, street lighting equipment (APJ), guardrails, and warning lights, potentially compromising traffic safety if not addressed promptly.

"This situation will certainly impact the smooth flow of goods and people in the Aceh region. Therefore, our emergency response in this region is prioritizing the restoration of basic connectivity," Dudy said.

Meanwhile, in West Sumatra, the disaster affected one Type A Terminal and the 52-kilometer Padang-Lubuk Alung-Kayu Tanam railway line, with 8 affected locations. Damage also occurred to road markings, signs, street lighting (APJ), guardrails, and other supporting transportation facilities.

"The response in this region is focused on restoring primary transportation access that supports community activities and inter-regional logistics," he conveyed.