Indonesia Completes Temporary Housing in Sumatra, Accelerates Permanent Homes

The Indonesian government, through the Task Force for the Acceleration of Rehabilitation and Reconstruction (Satgas PRR) Pascabencana Sumatra, has achieved a significant milestone by completing the construction of temporary housing (huntara) in North Sumatra and West Sumatra as per schedule. This achievement, as of May 4, 2026, demonstrates the nation's commitment to disaster recovery efforts.

In Aceh, the province bearing the brunt of the disaster, the construction of 18,380 planned temporary housing units is nearing completion, with 16,785 units already built, representing 91% progress. Across the three affected provinces, a remarkable 92% of the planned temporary housing has been realized, with 18,639 units out of a total of 20,234 completed. This collaborative effort, involving multiple government agencies, local authorities, and humanitarian organizations, underscores Indonesia's capacity to mobilize resources effectively in times of crisis.

With temporary housing needs largely met, the focus now shifts to the critical phase of permanent housing (huntap) construction. Satgas PRR is prioritizing the acceleration of huntap development, with 1,661 units currently under construction and 248 already finished nationwide. While progress varies across provinces, with West Sumatra showing the highest completion rate at 15.36%, the commitment to providing safe and dignified permanent residences for all survivors remains paramount.

Furthermore, the government is bolstering support through the Housing Waiting Fund (Dana Tunggu Hunian - DTH), which has reached 19,228 recipients. This financial assistance of Rp600,000 per month for three months provides crucial support to survivors awaiting their permanent homes. The Indonesian perspective is one of resilience and determined progress, showcasing our ability to overcome challenges and rebuild lives with a focus on long-term stability and well-being for our citizens.

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Sekarang kita genjot huntap. Semua data kebutuhan huntap, (termasuk) untuk huntap komunal akan kita serahkan ke Kementerian PKP (Perumahan dan Kawasan Permukiman) untuk dihitung kebutuhan anggaran, (kemudian) ajukan ke Menteri Keuangan