Additional Post-Disaster Funds Fully Disbursed, Recovery Progresses Rapidly

Indonesia's commitment to rapid post-disaster recovery is being powerfully demonstrated through the full disbursement of additional Transfer ke Daerah (TKD) funds, totaling Rp10.65 trillion. This strategic financial injection, confirmed by the government, is specifically aimed at accelerating rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra, regions recently struck by natural disasters. The phased disbursement, completed on May 4, 2026, with the final tranche of Rp3.06 trillion, was executed without conditions, empowering local governments to act swiftly on the ground.

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The President decided that all provinces and regencies/cities would be given additional TKD. The total is around Rp10.6 trillion. This is to ensure that recovery proceeds quickly and evenly.

This initiative, spearheaded by President Prabowo Subianto, reflects a deep understanding of the immediate needs following catastrophic events. The decision to allocate these substantial funds underscores a national priority to ensure that recovery is not only swift but also equitable across all affected areas. As highlighted by the Head of the Post-Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Acceleration Task Force (Satgas PRR), Muhammad Tito Karnavian, the government's approach goes beyond merely targeting directly impacted areas, encompassing entire provinces to foster a more integrated recovery process. This comprehensive strategy ensures that all regional governments possess adequate fiscal space to undertake necessary rehabilitation and reconstruction programs.

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If only the directly affected areas were targeted, the amount would be around Rp8 trillion, but the President decided to give it to all. This is a form of favoritism towards accelerating recovery.

The impact of these timely fund transfers is already becoming visible. Basic infrastructure, including roads and bridges, is being restored to functional capacity, facilitating the unimpeded distribution of logistics. Essential services such as electricity, fuel supply, and market activities are gradually returning to normal in most affected regions. This tangible progress, observed on the ground, validates the government's proactive fiscal policy and its effectiveness in stabilizing and rebuilding communities. The full disbursement signifies a crucial step towards normalcy, allowing local authorities to focus on the critical phase of accelerating recovery and reconstruction.

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As of today, we see that most areas are functionally normal. Roads are passable, logistics have no problems, electricity and markets are also operating.