Ministry of Home Affairs launches Indonesia ASRI movement

Indonesia's Ministry of Home Affairs is actively supporting the "Indonesia ASRI" (Clean, Healthy, and Beautiful Indonesia) movement, a national initiative spearheaded by President Prabowo. The ministry's Secretary-General, Tomsi Tohir, affirmed their commitment to tangible actions that foster environmental cleanliness and enhance waste management education at the community level.

Tohir highlighted that addressing the pervasive issue of waste requires more than just governmental efforts; it necessitates the active participation of all societal segments. "The President of the Republic of Indonesia, Mr. Prabowo, has initiated efforts to overcome this problem, and it is our shared responsibility to carry it forward to the community level, even down to the household," Tomsi stated in Jakarta on Saturday, August 15, 2026.

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The President of the Republic of Indonesia, Mr. Prabowo, has initiated efforts to overcome this problem, and it is our shared responsibility to carry it forward to the community level, even down to the household.

Following directives from Minister of Home Affairs M. Tito Karnavian, a key focus is on transforming public habits regarding waste. Tohir emphasized the importance of waste segregation beginning at the source, particularly within homes and residential areas. He also pointed out the potential value of waste when managed appropriately, noting that it can be repurposed into resources like electricity or other products.

"What we are doing today is not merely a ceremonial activity. It is part of our collective endeavor to change habits and culture in managing waste," Tomsi concluded, underscoring the movement's aim to foster a lasting shift in environmental stewardship.

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What we are doing today is not merely a ceremonial activity. It is part of our collective endeavor to change habits and culture in managing waste.