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PLN Clears 211 KMS of Electrical Network in Papua

From Tempo · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • PT PLN (Persero) has conducted a large-scale maintenance operation, clearing 211 kilometers of electrical network in Papua and West Papua.
  • The operation, named "Gerebek Penyulang," aimed to improve the reliability of electricity supply in the region's challenging mountainous and tropical forest terrain.
  • PLN deployed 767 personnel to clear potential disruptions, trim trees, repair medium-voltage lines, and maintain substations, ensuring stable power ahead of the Eid al-Adha holiday.

PT PLN (Persero) has demonstrated its commitment to enhancing electricity reliability in the challenging terrains of Papua and West Papua through a comprehensive maintenance initiative. The "Gerebek Penyulang" operation, which cleared 211 kilometers of electrical network, underscores the company's proactive approach to mitigating potential disruptions. General Manager Roberth Rumsaur highlighted the unique geographical obstacles in Papua, emphasizing the necessity of preventive measures. The deployment of 767 personnel, including specialized teams, reflects the scale of this undertaking and PLN's dedication to providing dependable power services to the local communities. Beyond clearing the network, the operation involved extensive tree trimming, repairs to medium-voltage lines, and substation maintenance. This meticulous work is particularly crucial as it ensures a stable power supply during the upcoming Eid al-Adha celebrations, allowing residents to observe their religious duties without interruption. From a local perspective in Papua, such infrastructure maintenance is not just a routine task but a vital service that directly impacts daily life and community well-being, ensuring that development and essential services can proceed uninterrupted.

Therefore, through this activity, we are cleaning up all potential disruptions to the electricity network so that the public can enjoy reliable electricity services.

โ€” Roberth RumsaurGeneral Manager of PLN Unit Induk Wilayah Papua and West Papua, explaining the purpose of the 'Gerebek Penyulang' maintenance operation.
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Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.