804 Educational Facilities Damaged by NTT Earthquake

An earthquake in Indonesia's Nusa Tenggara Timur (NTT) province has caused significant damage to educational infrastructure, with 804 facilities impacted as of Thursday morning, August 20, 2026. Among the affected institutions is Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Negeri (MIN) 1 Manggarai, located in the Reo area of Manggarai Regency, where buildings sustained damage from the tremors.

The destruction of these educational facilities poses a considerable challenge to the continuity of learning. In response to the disruption, the government, through the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kemendikdasmen), is preparing 100 emergency school tents. These temporary structures are intended to facilitate the resumption of teaching and learning activities in the affected regions, ensuring that students can continue their education despite the damage to their schools.

Ensuring the safety and functionality of educational facilities is a key priority in the post-disaster response efforts. Authorities are focused on assessing the damage and implementing measures to allow for the safe recommencement of classes. The swift restoration of these facilities is crucial for minimizing the long-term impact of the earthquake on students' education and for maintaining a sense of normalcy in the affected communities.