Jakarta – The development of tourism facilities on Padar Island, Komodo National Park, in 2025 is receiving special attention from the government and stakeholders to ensure the entire process is environmentally friendly and sustainable. The Ministry of Forestry ensures that each stage of construction adheres to the approved Environmental Impact Assessment (AMDAL) study, ensuring the preservation of the ecosystem and biodiversity that are the area’s main attractions.
Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni emphasized that the planned development of tourism facilities on Padar Island, Komodo National Park, will prioritize environmentally friendly principles and will not disrupt the habitat of the endemic Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis).
“I will ensure that, even if the private sector builds, the most important thing is to protect the ecology. We must not damage the environment or the Komodo dragon habitat,” he said.
As part of conservation efforts, the management, along with the Komodo National Park Office, has established strict development zones to avoid disturbing wildlife habitats, including Komodo dragons and other endemic species. Construction is also being carried out outside of the breeding season to minimize disruption to natural life cycles.
The Head of the Komodo National Park, Hendrikus Rani Siga, revealed that his office routinely conducts direct field monitoring. His office collaborates with a technical team and environmental experts to ensure there are no violations of conservation zone boundaries.
“All parties involved in the development have signed a commitment to comply with environmental guidelines,” he stressed.
The government is also involving local communities in this development, both through the provision of local labor and sustainable tourism training programs. It is hoped that the presence of new facilities such as eco-friendly trekking trails, tourist information centers, and naturally designed rest areas will enhance the tourist experience without damaging the environment.
In line with this, a researcher from the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Destika Cahyana, assessed that the construction of tourism facilities on Padar Island is not a problem as long as it complies with regulations and does not damage the environment.
“If the land status complies with regulations, there’s actually no problem. Villas can be built there, as long as they don’t damage the environment or the Komodo dragon habitat. That’s the main thing,” he said.
By implementing strict environmentally friendly standards, the development of Padar Island’s tourism facilities is expected to set a positive example for other natural tourism destinations in Indonesia. Stakeholders are urging all tourists, businesses, and the community to work together to maintain the integrity and beauty of Padar Island, achieving world-class and sustainable tourism.
