Full Apology from Minister of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Regarding Women's KRL Carriage Moved to the Middle

Minister of Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection (PPPA) Arifah Fauzi has conveyed an apology for her statement proposing that women’s-only KRL carriages be moved to the middle. “I realise that the statement was inappropriate, therefore I apologise profusely to all of society, especially to the victims and the victims’ families who felt hurt or uncomfortable by the statement,” Arifah said via the Ministry of PPPA’s social media account on Wednesday (29/4/2026). In her statement, Arifah did not intend to disregard the safety of other passengers, including male passengers. “We all agree that the safety of the entire community is the number one priority for both women and men,” Arifah stated. Here is the full statement from Minister of PPPA Arifah Fauzi apologising for the uproar caused by her proposal to move the women’s-only KRL carriage to the middle: Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh. Shalom. Om Swastiastu. Namo Buddhaya. Salam kebajikan, rahayu. First of all, I convey my deepest condolences for the train accident incident that has caused loss of life and injuries. Our hearts and prayers are with all the victims and the families left behind. Regarding my statement following the train incident in East Bekasi, I realise that the statement was inappropriate. For that reason, I apologise profusely to all of society, especially to the victims and the victims’ families who felt hurt or uncomfortable by the statement. We all agree that the safety of the entire community is the number one priority, for both women and men. At present, the government’s top priority is to ensure the best handling for all victims, both those who have passed away and those who have sustained injuries. In accordance with the President’s instructions, the entire handling process is carried out quickly, fairly, and comprehensively. The Ministry of PPPA is present to ensure that the rights of the victims and the children left behind by their parents in this tragedy are not neglected. We are deeply saddened by the loss of life in this incident. The Ministry of PPPA is committed to providing psychological counselling, protection, and necessary support, especially for children and victims’ families who have experienced trauma from this incident. Thank you. May Allah SWT grant strength, patience, and protection to all the victims’ families, and to us all. Wassalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.