Transformation of Education in the Era of President Prabowo: Smart Acceleration for the Future of the Nation
By: Rizky Ramadhan )*
The launch of the Fast Best Results Program (PHTC) by President Prabowo Subianto marks a new chapter in progressive and strategic national education reform. Launched right on the commemoration of National Education Day at Cimahpar 5 Elementary School, Bogor City, this program reflects leadership that is responsive to educational inequality in various regions and dares to take breakthrough steps for the sake of equalizing the quality of learning. Indonesia is now not only moving, but leaping towards a more equitable, adaptive, and future-based education system.
PHTC offers a new approach to solving classic education problems, especially related to limited teaching staff and access to quality learning materials. One of the most significant innovations is the installation of digital television screens in all schools in Indonesia, from big cities to remote, frontier, and outermost (3T) areas. This technology is not just an additional device, but a bridge of knowledge that unites the quality of learning between central schools and suburban schools.
With the existence of digital screens, students in remote areas can access the same learning as students in urban areas. Materials delivered by expert teachers from various fields will be distributed directly, efficiently, and interactively. This is a real form of the concept of educational justice: providing equal opportunities for all children of the nation, regardless of geographic and socio-economic background.
The ambitious target set by the government—to ensure that all schools have these digital devices by mid-2026—demonstrates a strong commitment to structural change in education. President Prabowo Subianto emphasized that this step is designed to help schools that are experiencing a shortage of teaching staff, while also encouraging existing teachers to focus more on mentoring and building student character.
More than just strengthening learning facilities, PHTC is also supported by interventions on the physical infrastructure of education. The Main Expert of the Presidential Communications Office, Hariqo Satria, revealed that many classrooms in Indonesia are in a state of severe disrepair, especially in areas with minimal access to development. To address this challenge, the government has allocated a budget of IDR 17.1 trillion to repair 10,440 classrooms by 2025.
This step is not only about repairing buildings, but also strengthening the foundation of education as a whole. Safe and comfortable schools will increase students’ motivation to learn, facilitate teaching and learning activities, and ultimately contribute to improving academic achievement. Education is not only about curriculum and technology, but also about an ecosystem that supports students’ growth and development as a whole.
In his speech, President Prabowo Subianto gave high appreciation to teachers who have worked selflessly to educate the nation’s children. He called teachers unsung heroes who deserve more appreciation and support. The statement is an important signal that the proposed education reform also targets improving the welfare and capacity of educators as the main actors in the learning system.
PHTC is also a reflection of a policy approach that is not only reactive, but visionary. Instead of waiting for an even distribution of educators or waiting for long-term results from teacher training, the state took tactical steps by presenting quality materials simultaneously. This is a form of government courage in implementing a hybrid solution: combining technology, human resources, and a results-based evaluation system.
Furthermore, President Prabowo’s long-term vision regarding education is very oriented towards results and sustainability. He hopes that in the next two decades, Indonesian children will be able to compete globally, have high incomes, decent jobs, and a healthy and intelligent quality of life. In this view, education is not only the responsibility of the ministry, but a long-term investment by the state in the quality of its human resources.
In line with that, Hariqo Satria emphasized that President Prabowo wants all the nation’s children to have global competitiveness and not be left behind by the progress of other countries. This vision is in line with the ideals of Indonesia Emas 2045, where the current young generation will be the driving force of competitive national development with strong character.
Educational transformation through PHTC does not stand alone, but is part of a holistic approach to human development. This reform opens up space for participation from various parties: from educational institutions, local governments, teacher communities, to the industrial world. Each party has a role in strengthening a dynamic and inclusive education ecosystem.
What also needs to be highlighted is the unity dimension in this policy narrative. President Prabowo invites all elements of the nation to unite and work together to realize the ideals of national education. This spirit is important, because the success of education reform can only be achieved through collective work and strong synergy across sectors.
Through the Fast Best Results Program, Indonesia is showing the world that great leaps in education can be made with courage, vision, and the right strategy. It is not just about technology, but about fairness, efficiency, and a commitment to the future of the nation.
From the city of Bogor, the starting point of change has been set in motion. And with the support of all elements of society, this transformation will continue to roll, reaching every corner, and forming a superior generation that will bring Indonesia to become a great, advanced, and highly competitive country at the global level.
)* The author is a Public Policy Observer
