Sunday, 06 September 2026
JAMBI | INDATANEWS.COM - Personnel from the Mobile Brigade (Brimob) unit of the Jambi Regional Police (Polda Jambi), together with relevant authorities, conducted a joint patrol toward the elephant conservation area in Tebo Regency, Jambi, on Saturday, September 5, 2026. The patrol was aimed at ensuring the security of the conservation area while also safeguarding the habitat of protected elephants amid the ongoing threat of forest and land fires.
The operation was part of inter-agency efforts to monitor the condition of the conservation area and the elephants' habitat. In addition to securing the area, the personnel sought to prevent potential disturbances that could threaten the ecosystem and wildlife population in the region.The continuing threat of forest and land fires in several parts of Jambi Province was also a major focus of the patrol. The personnel not only monitored conditions within the conservation area but also watched for potential fire hotspots that could spread and subsequently affect the elephants' habitat.
During the patrol, the personnel moved through the conservation area to directly assess environmental conditions and the state of the elephant habitat. The monitoring effort also served as a preventive measure against various threats that could undermine the preservation of the conservation area.
Forest and land fires are among the most serious threats, as their impact extends beyond residential areas and the daily activities of local communities. Fires can destroy vegetation, eliminate food sources, and disrupt the movement corridors of wildlife within the conservation area.The presence of the joint personnel in the area therefore plays an important role in detecting potential threats at an early stage. If officers identify conditions that could endanger the security of the area or the sustainability of the animals' habitat, they can immediately initiate the necessary coordination.
The patrol also aims to strengthen cooperation between the police and relevant authorities in protecting the conservation area. Such cooperation is necessary to ensure that environmental protection is carried out in a coordinated manner rather than becoming the sole responsibility of a single institution.
In addition to protecting the conservation area, the joint patrol is intended to provide a sense of security to people who live and work in the surrounding area. The presence of personnel on the ground is expected to increase vigilance while encouraging residents to actively participate in environmental protection efforts.
The elephant conservation area plays an important role in maintaining ecological balance. A safe and intact habitat is a key factor in ensuring the long-term survival of protected elephants.Jambi Police Chief Insp. Gen. Pol. Krisno H. Siregar, through the Head of the Jambi Regional Police Public Relations Division, Sr. Comr. Pol. Erlan Munaji, said the joint patrol reflected the commitment of the Indonesian National Police and relevant authorities to protecting the conservation area and the animals living there.
"This patrol reflects our joint cooperation and commitment to ensuring that the conservation area remains safe while monitoring the condition of the elephant habitat amid the current heightened threat of forest and land fires. We want to ensure that forest and land fire prevention and control efforts are not focused solely on protecting the public, but also take into account the preservation of the ecosystem and wildlife," the Head of the Public Relations Division said.The statement highlights the need for a more comprehensive approach to forest and land fire prevention and control. In addition to preventing impacts on local communities, authorities must also consider the consequences of fires for the environment and wildlife.
Regular monitoring of the area can also help maintain a balance between public safety and conservation. Through consistent surveillance, potential threats to the elephant habitat can be detected early and appropriate measures can be taken.
The police are also paying particular attention to potential conflicts between wildlife and people living around the conservation area. Changes to the habitat caused by environmental pressures could increase the likelihood of animals leaving the protected area and entering locations where people carry out their daily activities.
Therefore, stronger cooperation among various authorities is an important component of conservation efforts. This includes monitoring environmental conditions, preventing forest and land fires, securing the area, and raising public awareness about the protection of endangered and protected wildlife.The Head of the Jambi Regional Police Public Relations Division emphasized that protecting elephants and their habitat requires the involvement of multiple stakeholders. The government, security forces, relevant agencies, and the public each have an important role in maintaining the safety and sustainability of the area.
"Protecting elephants and their habitat is a shared responsibility. Therefore, cooperation among authorities must continue to be strengthened so that the conservation area can be preserved, people living in the surrounding area can feel safe, and the ecosystem can be protected sustainably," he said in closing.The joint patrol in the elephant conservation area of Tebo Regency represents a concrete expression of the security forces' presence in environmental protection and efforts to prevent the threat of forest and land fires. The activities are expected to continue on a regular basis so that monitoring of the conservation area can be further optimized.
Protecting the elephant habitat also helps preserve the ecological functions of the area. Meanwhile, joint forest and land fire prevention efforts can reduce the risk of environmental damage that could threaten both wildlife and people living in the surrounding area.Cooperation between authorities and community participation are crucial to the sustainable preservation of the conservation area in Tebo Regency. Through patrols, regular monitoring, and consistent preventive measures, the security of the area and the preservation of the elephant habitat can be maintained over the long term. (IDNC)
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