Indonesia deploys mobile civil registry units to disaster-hit NTT

Indonesia's Ministry of Interior is launching a "Dukcapil Tanggap Bencana NTT" program to assist residents affected by recent disasters in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). The initiative aims to ensure that citizens do not lose their identity documents due to the natural calamities.

The program, which translates to "Civil Registry Responds to NTT Disasters," will deploy six mobile service units to various affected regencies. These teams will operate on a "jemput bola" (fetch the ball) principle, meaning they will go directly to the disaster-stricken areas to provide services. The mobile units are equipped with electronic ID card (KTP-el) recording and printing devices, along with other necessary equipment.

Director General of Civil Registration and Population Control, Teguh Setyabudi, emphasized the commitment to provide fast, easy, and free services. "In the midst of disaster, residents must not lose their right to identity and their population documents," he stated. The initiative is scheduled to run from August 24-28, 2026, covering areas such as Manggarai, Manggarai Barat, Manggarai Timur, Ngada, Nagekeo, Ende, and Sikka.

Residents affected by natural disasters are classified as vulnerable in terms of civil administration, according to Ministry of Interior Regulation No. 96 of 2019. This vulnerability stems from the potential loss or damage of essential documents, which can hinder their access to services and rights. The Dukcapil program directly addresses this issue by proactively reaching out to affected communities.