Rajiv Supports Sealing of Maratua Resort, Calls for Tightened Sea Patrols

Rajiv, a member of Commission IV of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI), has voiced strong support for the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries' (KKP) decisive action in sealing a resort on Maratua Island, East Kalimantan. This move is viewed as a critical step in upholding the orderliness of sea space utilization and safeguarding the delicate coastal ecosystems of this vital marine tourism destination.

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Kami di Komisi IV DPR RI sebagai mitra tentu mengapresiasi Ditjen PSDKP Kementerian Kelautan dan Perikanan yang gencar patroli dan menindak tegas semua pelanggar tata ruang laut, termasuk resort di Maratua, Kaltim

Rajiv, representing the Nasdem Party faction, commended the Directorate General of Marine and Fisheries Resources Surveillance (PSDKP) for its diligent patrols and firm enforcement against all violators of marine spatial planning. He emphasized that any activity involving the utilization of sea space must strictly adhere to established spatial planning regulations, obtain necessary permits, and comply with environmental standards. The Maratua area, being a prime marine tourism destination, requires development that aligns with the principles outlined in the Agreement on Conformity of Marine Space Utilization Activities (PKKPRL).

The legislator underscored that PKKPRL is a mandatory instrument mandated by the Omnibus Law on Job Creation, specifically through Government Regulation No. 21 of 2021 concerning Spatial Planning Implementation and related technical regulations in the maritime sector. He asserted that developing in marine spaces without proper permits is illegal and compromises national interests, environmental integrity, and the welfare of coastal communities. Failure to comply with designated spatial plans constitutes a violation, and operating without a permit is simply unacceptable.

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PKKPRL itu wajib. Pembangunan di ruang laut tidak bisa dilakukan tanpa izin karena menyangkut kepentingan lingkungan, masyarakat pesisir, dan kedaulatan negara. Kalau tidak ada, berarti kegiatan tersebut ilegal karena tidak sesuai dengan peruntukan ruang yang sudah ditetapkan

Furthermore, Rajiv highlighted that development activities must also align with the zoning plans for coastal areas and small islands (RZWP3K), as stipulated in Law No. 32 of 2014 on Marine Affairs. These zoning plans serve as the primary reference for allocating sea space for various purposes, including tourism, conservation, and economic activities. Violations of these zoning plans, especially when conducted without permits, warrant stringent action. Rajiv called for consistent and firm law enforcement, including demolition, administrative fines, and potential criminal proceedings, to ensure that violations are addressed thoroughly and not merely confined to sealing the premises.

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Penegakan hukum harus tegas dan konsisten. Kalau terbukti melanggar, harus ditindak sampai tuntas. Jangan hanya disegel, tapi juga