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Strong Recovery Push: Aceh Tamiang Accelerates Post-Disaster Reconstruction

AHMAD ZULFIKAR SAGALA - Saturday, 04 April 2026 21:00

PHOTO: Adli Safwan

ACEH DISASTER RECOVERY TASK FORCE ROLL CALL: Minister of Home Affairs (Mendagri), Tito Karnavian, leads the Opening Roll Call of Wave III of the Post-Disaster Recovery Task Force in Aceh Tamiang, demonstrating the synergy between central and regional authorities in accelerating post-disaster recovery.

ACEH TAMIANG | INDATANEWS.COM ~ Aceh's Vice Governor, Fadlullah, accompanied Minister of Home Affairs, Tito Karnavian, during the opening ceremony of the third wave of the Disaster Recovery Task Force, comprising Praja IPDN cadets and Ministry of Home Affairs civil servants (ASN), on Saturday, April 4, 2026. The event took place at the public kitchen unit site managed by the Satgas in Aceh Tamiang.

The presence of Vice Governor Fadlullah alongside the minister and regional leadership (Forkopimda) highlights the strong synergy between central and regional governments to expedite the restoration of administrative functions and public services after the disaster.

GIVING DIRECTIONS: Minister of Home Affairs (Mendagri), Tito Karnavian, provides guidance to participants of the Opening Roll Call of Wave III of the Post-Disaster Recovery Task Force at the Task Force Public Kitchen Field, PU Office Yard, Aceh Tamiang, Saturday, April 4, 2026. (PHOTO: Adli Safwan)

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Progress in Restoration Efforts

In his speech, Fadlullah emphasized the provincial government's commitment to ensure that all recovery processes are thorough and targeted, particularly in sectors still requiring attention. 

"The Aceh government is actively driving recovery efforts so that administration and public services can return to normal quickly," Fadlullah stated.

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According to Satgas data, recovery efforts have yielded significant results. Out of 52 affected districts and cities across Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra, 38 areas have already returned to normal conditions. Aceh Tamiang continues to improve but still requires support in certain sectors.

CEREMONY LEADER: Minister of Home Affairs, Tito Karnavian, served as the ceremony leader for the Opening Ceremony of Wave III of the Post-Disaster Recovery Task Force at the Task Force's Field Kitchen, Public Works Office grounds, Aceh Tamiang, on Saturday, April 4, 2026. (PHOTO: Adli Safwan)

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Fadlullah also commended the achievements of the Praja IPDN and ASN units during Waves I and II, which successfully restored government facilities and residential areas.

"The hard work of the task force on the ground has significantly accelerated reconstruction. It is a tangible proof of effective collaboration between central and regional governments," he added.

ORDERLY OPENING CEREMONY: Cadets from the Institute of Public Administration (IPDN) and Civil Servants (ASN) of the Ministry of Home Affairs Wave III participate in the Opening Roll Call of Wave III of the Post-Disaster Recovery Task Force in an orderly manner at the Task Force Public Kitchen Field, PU Office Yard, Aceh Tamiang, Saturday, April 4, 2026. (PHOTO: Adli Safwan)

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To further accelerate recovery, the third wave deployed 768 personnel, focusing on completing 42 target areas in Aceh Tamiang. The Vice Governor stressed the importance of optimal on-site operations, including enhanced coordination, rapid mud clearance, repair of drainage systems, and restoration of community access.

The opening ceremony represents a strategic step to ensure all recovery objectives are fully achieved, enabling residents to return to normal life and ensuring administrative operations function efficiently. (IDNC)

REPORTER: Adli Safwan | EDITOR: Fik Sagala