Indonesia accelerates construction of People's Schools Phase II

The Indonesian Ministry of Public Works is intensifying efforts to expedite the construction of Phase II People's Schools, aiming for their completion before the start of the 2026/2027 academic year. Minister of Public Works Dody Hanggodo confirmed that intensive monitoring is underway across various sites to guarantee timely delivery.

"We collaborate almost daily with Danantara to find solutions if there are financial difficulties or other obstacles, so that the work does not stall," Hanggodo stated in Jakarta on Sunday. This close coordination highlights the ministry's commitment to overcoming potential challenges and ensuring the project's smooth progression.

As of June 4, 2026, five People's School sites have recorded significant progress, exceeding 84 percent completion. These include locations in Semarang City (86.58 percent), Sragen Regency (86.09 percent) in Central Java, Bengkulu City (85.77 percent), Medan City (85.69 percent) in North Sumatra, and Sidenreng Rappang Regency (Sidrap) in South Sulawesi (84.83 percent). These sites are categorized in the green zone for accelerated development.

Overall, the ministry reported that the average physical progress across 93 People's School sites reached 71.13 percent as of June 4, 2026, showing a consistent upward trend. Construction in Semarang, Sragen, Medan, Bengkulu, and Sidrap is entering its final phase, with completion slated for June 20, 2026. The project has also generated substantial employment, absorbing approximately 78,113 workers and optimizing military support in specific areas.

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We collaborate almost daily with Danantara to find solutions if there are financial difficulties or other obstacles, so that the work does not stall.