Compensation for KRL Victims Disbursed Within 2x24 Hours, State Affirms Presence to Protect Workers
An emotional atmosphere enveloped Jakarta City Hall as the state, represented by BPJS Ketenagakerjaan and the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government, provided compensation to the family of the victim in the tragic accident involving the Electric Rail Train (KRL) and the Argo Bromo train in Bekasi.
On that occasion, the Death Benefit (JKM) compensation amounting to Rp42 million was handed over to the heirs of the late Mrs Nuryati, who passed away in the unfortunate incident. The handover was conducted symbolically on Tuesday (29/04/2026), attended by Deputy Governor of DKI Jakarta Rano Karno and BPJS Ketenagakerjaan President Director Saiful Hidayat.
The accident occurred on 27 April 2026 around 20:50 WIB, while the deceased was travelling with her family. In the incident, the deceased suffered serious injuries and was pronounced dead at 21:54 WIB at Bekasi General Hospital.
Deputy Governor of DKI Jakarta, Rano Karno, expressed deep condolences for the incident. He emphasised that the government’s presence is a form of empathy as well as the state’s responsibility in protecting the community, especially workers and their families.
“We hope this compensation can alleviate the burden on the bereaved family. We also appreciate the swift action by BPJS Ketenagakerjaan so that the compensation can be immediately received by the heirs,” he said.
The compensation given to the heirs consists of a death benefit of Rp20 million, periodic compensation of Rp12 million, and funeral costs of Rp10 million. The total benefits are part of the Death Benefit programme aimed at ensuring the livelihood continuity of the surviving family.
BPJS Ketenagakerjaan President Director, Saiful Hidayat, emphasised that accelerating services is the top priority in handling every claim, especially in emergency conditions as in this case.
“We implement proactive services by being present directly at the location and ensuring all participant rights are fulfilled. In the case of the late Nuryati, the claim administration process could be completed within 2x24 hours thanks to the support of the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government, South Jakarta City Government, and related parties,” Saiful explained.