Jakarta Provincial Government Collects Aid for NTT Earthquake Victims Until August 25

The DKI Jakarta Provincial Government is extending its call for donations to aid those affected by earthquakes in Nusa Tenggara Timur (NTT). The initiative, which runs until August 25, aims to gather further assistance for the disaster-stricken region.

As an initial step, the provincial government dispatched Rp5.8 billion in aid on Thursday, August 20. This package includes cash and essential supplies for residents. Governor Anies Baswedan stated that this is just the beginning, and opportunities for participation remain open for anyone wishing to contribute.

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This is the initial stage and the DKI Jakarta Government is still opening opportunities for anyone who wants to participate until August 25, 2026.

The aid package is a collaborative effort involving various entities within the provincial government. These include regional work units (OPDs), regional-owned enterprises (BUMD), and the Jakarta Zakat Agency (Baznas Bazis DKI Jakarta). Several BUMDs, such as Bank Jakarta, PAM Jaya, and Transjakarta, have made significant contributions.

Contributions from BUMDs and OPDs total Rp1.11 billion in cash. Additionally, BUMDs donated 202 water tanks and a mobile water treatment plant valued at Rp2.5 billion to help address clean water shortages in the affected areas. The aid also encompasses food items like ready-to-eat meals, biscuits, and mineral water, along with non-food essentials such as folding beds, pillows, blankets, and children's clothing. The Jakarta Social Affairs Agency provided mineral water, children's food packages, and tents, while the Jakarta Health Agency supplied medical necessities like IV fluids and antiseptics. The Jakarta Zakat Agency also contributed various food staples.

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The aid provided is not only in the form of food and non-food items, but also cash assistance of Rp1.11 billion, which is a donation from BUMD and OPD of DKI Jakarta Province.