Friday, 23 October 2026
JAMBI | INDATANEWS.COM - The Jembatan Merah Putih Presisi Bridge in Betung Village, Kumpeh Subdistrict, Muaro Jambi Regency, has officially been opened. Jambi Provincial Police Chief Inspector General of Police Krisno H. Siregar inaugurated the bridge together with his staff and representatives of the Regional Leadership Coordination Forum (Forkopimda) on Thursday, August 13, 2026. The ceremony was held simultaneously via Zoom and was led directly by President of the Republic of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto.
The inauguration of the bridge is part of efforts to provide residents of Kumpeh Subdistrict with easier access between communities. The Jembatan Merah Putih Presisi Bridge connects Raden Betung and Sebrang Betung villages. As a result, residents of both areas can significantly reduce travel distances and travel times when carrying out their daily activities.Among those attending the event in Muaro Jambi Regency were Jambi Deputy Governor Drs. H. Abdullah Sani, Muaro Jambi Deputy Regent Junaidi H. Mahir, Head of the Jambi Provincial National Narcotics Agency (BNNP Jambi) Brigadier General of Police Asep Saepudin, representatives of the TNI and Polri, members of the Muaro Jambi Regency Forkopimda, several senior officials of the Jambi Regional Police, and representatives of various agencies within Muaro Jambi Regency.
The Jembatan Merah Putih Presisi Bridge is 90 meters long and 2 meters wide. The bridge renovation has had a direct impact on public mobility, reducing travel distances by up to 2 kilometers and cutting travel time by approximately 25 minutes.
The improved connection also benefits around 11,782 people who use the route for various purposes. The bridge facilitates economic activities, access to education, social activities, and other mobility needs between Raden Betung and Sebrang Betung villages.The shorter connection also makes it easier for residents to carry out their daily activities. Before the bridge could once again be properly used, residents had to travel longer routes to move from one area to another.
With the reopening of the Jembatan Merah Putih Presisi Bridge, residents now have a more efficient connection. They can save travel time while gaining easier access to various facilities and activity centers in the surrounding area.
Following his virtual participation in the inauguration ceremony with the President of the Republic of Indonesia, the Jambi Police Chief, together with invited guests, distributed social assistance to residents living around the bridge site.
A total of 30 food packages and 30 school-supply packages were distributed to residents and schoolchildren. The distribution reflected the commitment of the Indonesian National Police (Polri) to serving communities living around the Jembatan Merah Putih Presisi Bridge.The renovation plaque for the Jembatan Merah Putih Presisi Bridge was subsequently signed by Police Chief Krisno H. Siregar. He also cut the ribbon to mark the official inauguration before inspecting the condition of the bridge with the delegation. The bridge is now available for residents to use in their daily activities.
Jambi Police Chief Inspector General of Police Krisno H. Siregar, through the Head of the Public Relations Division of the Jambi Regional Police, Senior Commissioner of Police Erlan Munaji, said the inauguration of the Jembatan Merah Putih Presisi Bridge marked an important moment in improving connectivity and public access in Kumpeh Subdistrict."The Jambi Police Chief welcomes the completion of the Jembatan Merah Putih Presisi Bridge. With a length of 90 meters and a width of 2 meters, the bridge provides very tangible benefits for residents by reducing travel distances by up to 2 kilometers and travel time by approximately 25 minutes," Senior Commissioner Erlan said.
According to him, the bridge, which connects Raden Betung and Sebrang Betung villages, also benefits thousands of people."This bridge connects Raden Betung and Sebrang Betung villages and benefits around 11,782 people. This certainly makes it easier for residents to move around, whether for economic activities, education, or other social activities," he said.
"Polri, particularly the Jambi Regional Police, is ready to support development that is oriented toward the interests of the community. At the same time, we call on residents to jointly protect and maintain this facility so that its benefits can be sustained in the long term," he said.
According to the Jambi Regional Police, the construction and renovation of public facilities are not solely about providing infrastructure. Equally important is community participation in ensuring the facilities deliver long-term benefits. Residents therefore play an important role in maintaining the bridge so that it can be used safely and comfortably.In addition to inspecting the condition of the bridge, the Jambi Police Chief also distributed social assistance in the form of food and school-supply packages. The assistance reflected Polri's presence and concern for the community and complemented the series of activities held to inaugurate the Jembatan Merah Putih Presisi Bridge in Kumpeh Subdistrict.
"This social assistance is an expression of Polri's concern and presence among the community. We hope this support will be beneficial, particularly for residents and schoolchildren living around the Jembatan Merah Putih Presisi Bridge," Senior Commissioner Erlan said in closing.With the opening of the Jembatan Merah Putih Presisi Bridge, residents of Raden Betung and Sebrang Betung villages now have a more efficient connection. The 90-meter-long bridge is also part of efforts to support community activities in Kumpeh Subdistrict, particularly by saving up to 2 kilometers of travel distance and approximately 25 minutes of travel time.
The government and Polri hope residents will make proper use of and maintain the facility. Through shared use and maintenance, the bridge, which provides improved access for around 11,782 people, can continue to support the community's economic, educational, and social activities in Muaro Jambi Regency. (IDNC)REPORTER: Dalil Harahap | EDITOR: Fik Sagala
