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PLN Denies Java Blackout, Cites Operational Issues

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Outcome reported
  • PT PLN (Persero) denies reports of a total blackout across Java's power system.
  • The company states that the electricity system is operational and controlled, with only localized operational issues affecting supply in some areas.
  • PLN apologizes for the inconvenience caused by the disruptions and urges the public to rely on official information channels.

State electricity company PT PLN (Persero) has refuted claims of a widespread blackout affecting Java's power grid. The company clarified that while some areas experienced power supply disruptions due to operational issues, the overall electricity system remains functional and under control.

To address the information circulating among the public regarding a blackout, PLN emphasizes that such a condition has not occurred.

— Gregorius Adi TriantoDenying reports of a total power outage.

Gregorius Adi Trianto, Executive Vice President of Corporate Communications and TJSL at PLN, stated that the situation does not constitute a total blackout. He assured the public that PLN is actively working to maintain the reliability of the electricity system and minimize the impact of any ongoing disturbances. The company also extended an apology to customers affected by the power supply interruptions.

PLN continues to strive to maintain the reliability of the electricity system so that electricity supply to customers remains secure.

— Gregorius Adi TriantoReassuring the public about PLN's efforts.

Recent reports of varying durations of power outages in several regions had fueled speculation about a potential blackout on Java. However, PLN maintains that the system is operating normally. Both the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources and the Indonesian Mining Experts Association have confirmed that the disruptions are technical in nature and not related to dwindling coal stocks for power generation, assuring that coal supplies remain secure.

The disruptions that occurred were only operational constraints that had an impact on the reduction of electricity supply in several areas.

— Gregorius Adi TriantoExplaining the cause of localized outages.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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