Government Accelerates Construction of 15,000 Temporary Shelters in Disaster-Affected Areas of Sumatra
Jakarta – The government has confirmed that the accelerated construction of 15,000 temporary housing units (huntara) for communities affected by disasters in several regions continues to progress according to plan. This step is part of the state’s commitment to promptly relocate residents from evacuation sites to more decent, safe, and humane living spaces as an initial phase of post-disaster recovery.
President of the Republic of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, emphasized that the construction of temporary shelters is a national priority in disaster response, as it directly relates to the protection of citizens and the restoration of social life within affected communities.
The President stressed that the state must not allow disaster-affected residents to remain in evacuation camps for prolonged periods without certainty regarding proper housing.
“The government is moving swiftly so that people can immediately leave evacuation tents and occupy temporary shelters that are more decent, safe, and supportive of family life recovery,” President Prabowo Subianto asserted.
In line with the President’s directive, the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB), together with relevant ministries and regional governments, continues to mobilize resources to accelerate the completion of temporary shelters in various affected areas. The construction process takes into account safety standards, sanitation, access to clean water, and proximity to public facilities to ensure that community activities can gradually return to normal.
Head of the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB), Suharyanto, stated that the acceleration of the construction of 15,000 temporary shelters is being carried out through an integrated working pattern and strict on-site supervision. BNPB ensures that all stages of development adhere to disaster management technical standards and established timelines.
“We are optimizing cross-sector coordination so that the construction of temporary housing can be completed on schedule and immediately utilized by affected communities,” Suharyanto said.
The government emphasized that the construction of temporary shelters is not merely an emergency solution, but an initial foundation toward more comprehensive recovery, including the development of permanent housing and the restoration of residents’ livelihoods.
Through swift, measured, and well-coordinated actions, the state is present to ensure that disaster-affected communities can recover and continue their lives in a safer and more dignified manner.
