BRI Builds Command Posts, Directors Directly Monitor Disaster Sites in NTT
BRI, through its Social and Environmental Responsibility (TJSL) activities, continues to accelerate the post-disaster recovery process following the earthquake that struck several areas in Flores, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT).
After distributing disaster response aid, BRI, as part of Danantara, has built three logistics posts in three main affected areas: West Manggarai, Ngada, and Nagekeo. In addition to the logistics posts, BRI has also set up a public kitchen in Nagekeo.
The three logistics posts consist of the BRI Peduli Labuan Bajo-West Manggarai main logistics post located in Batu Cermin, Komodo District; the BRI Peduli Bajawa logistics post located on Jalan TW Mengeruda, Ngedukelu, Bajawa, Ngada Regency; and the BRI Peduli Mbay post in Nagekeo Regency, located on Jalan TW 17, Pulau, Danga, Aesesa District.
As part of efforts to ensure optimal post-disaster handling, BRI Operations Director Hakim Putratama and BRI Micro Director Akhmad Purwakajaya directly inspected the earthquake-affected areas in NTT.
The visit was conducted to ensure the readiness of the logistics posts and public kitchen, the aid distribution process, and the fulfilment of affected communities’ needs can proceed quickly and accurately.
BRI Corporate Secretary Dhanny said the presence of three logistics posts and one BRI Peduli public kitchen is part of BRI’s efforts to bring aid closer to the community while ensuring the disaster response aid distribution process can run more quickly, in a directed manner, and in accordance with the needs of residents on the ground. The posts also serve as collection, management, and distribution points for aid before it is channelled to affected communities in the surrounding areas.
“The BRI Peduli logistics posts and public kitchen are a form of BRI’s commitment to continue being present with the community, especially in situations that require care and support such as in NTT. Going forward, the logistics posts and public kitchen may be expanded according to conditions and needs,” Dhanny said, quoted on Tuesday (18/8/2026).
With the logistics posts and public kitchen in place, aid is expected to reach communities in need more easily, especially those facing limitations due to the disaster’s impact. The presence of the posts also helps strengthen aid distribution coordination so that support can be received more effectively during the emergency response period and the recovery process.
To date, in relation to the NTT Earthquake Disaster Response, BRI has distributed various aid to support the needs of affected communities, ranging from hundreds of ready-to-eat meals, medical equipment and medicines, basic foodstuffs and rice, drinking water tanks, blankets, tarpaulins, refugee tents, emergency lights, toiletries, baby supplies, and various other necessities.
Dhanny also emphasised that BRI ensures the safety of customers and employees remains the top priority. BRI has currently taken asset security measures at the locations and is coordinating with relevant parties to conduct a thorough assessment of the condition of buildings and operational facilities.
BRI has also prepared mitigation measures to ensure banking services to the public can continue to operate. Customers can still access various BRI banking services through BRImo and available BRILink Agents.