Dukcapil Accelerates Population Data in Nabire, Targeting 10,000 Residents

The Directorate General of Population and Civil Registration (Dukcapil) is intensifying efforts to manage population data in Central Papua Province, with a specific focus on Nabire Regency. Through its "Jemput Bola" (door-to-door) service, the program aims to expedite the registration process for approximately 10,000 residents who have yet to obtain electronic ID cards (KTP-el).

The initiative seeks to guarantee that all citizens can access essential public services and benefit from government programs. The Dukcapil Directorate General is collaborating with the Nabire Regency Population and Civil Registration Office to ensure the smooth execution of data collection activities scheduled from July 21-25, 2026. Members of Commission II of the Indonesian House of Representatives, Komarudin Watubun, along with Nabire Regent Mesak Magai, are overseeing the program's progress.

Komarudin Watubun emphasized the critical role of updated population data in ensuring the effectiveness of government initiatives. He noted that discrepancies often arise in the data for social assistance recipients, leading to inefficiencies. Watubun highlighted that out of 10,000 requested scholarships, only about 2,000 to 3,000 were approved after verification, underscoring the need for data integration with official Dukcapil records to ensure aid reaches the rightful recipients.

Watubun further explained that population documents, particularly the KTP-el, have become a fundamental requirement for citizens. These documents are necessary for accessing various services, including social assistance, education, transportation, and land certificate processing. He stated, "Now, to buy a ticket, you must have a KTP. To process a land certificate, you also need population data. Likewise for social assistance, all require valid data." The push for accurate and accessible population data is seen as vital for equitable distribution of resources and services.