Boosting Tourism: Adi Arnawa Allocates 59.23% of Expenditure to Infrastructure
The Regent of Badung, I Wayan Adi Arnawa, has allocated 59.23% of the regional expenditure budget to boost the improvement of tourism infrastructure. This policy was adopted to renovate public facilities and respond to complaints from tourists visiting Badung.
“The costs we are deploying for infrastructure are approximately 59.23% of the total expenditure. This figure represents a significant change to address the questions and complaints of tourists,” said Adi Arnawa following the Badung Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) Plenary Session on Friday (11/09/2026).
This step is supported by regional revenue projections in the budget amendment, which have been increased by 1.65% to Rp 10.504 trillion. Although transfer revenue decreased by 1.84% to Rp 787.981 billion, the surge in the Badung Regency Government’s funds was driven by an increase in Regional Original Income (PAD) by Rp 181.913 billion to Rp 9.731 trillion.
“We have begun area arrangements, including pedestrian improvements and the relocation of utility cables in Kuta. This step is intended to build a tourism image so that Kuta, our icon, can rise again,” said Adi Arneway.
Adi Arnawa emphasised that the success of tourism area arrangements cannot rely solely on the regional budget’s capacity. Active participation from all elements of society and traditional villages (desa adat) is essential in maintaining and overseeing the environmental improvement process.
“All of this will not be sufficient with just budget portions and our commitment without the support of all stakeholders. If synergy based on collaboration with the Kuta community and traditional villages is established, I am optimistic these improvements will be achieved,” Adi Arnawa stated.
In addition to the arrangements in the Kuta tourism area, the infrastructure budget allocation is also intended for the construction of supporting roads throughout the Badung region. The improvement of road facilities is expected to smooth accessibility and support economic equality between regions.
“We hope that the road network arrangement is carried out gradually to support inter-regional connectivity. Regional original income is also projected to rise from Rp 9.5 trillion to over Rp 9.7 trillion,” said Adi Arnawa.
Adi Arnawa urged all regional apparatus organisations (OPD) to move quickly to accelerate physical budget realisation, which remains relatively low in the first half of this year. Physical projects in the field must be completed promptly before being hindered by weather changes.
“Physical realisation, which is only at 30% in this first semester, must be addressed and accelerated. Entering the rainy season will certainly pose a challenge to physical achievements in the field,” Adi Arnawa asserted.