Indonesia Clean Water Push Targets 24 Million New Household Connections by 2029

Ambitious plan aims to serve 93 million people within three years Indonesia has set an aggressive target to expand clean water access nationwide, seeking to connect 24 million additional households by 2029 as part of a broader infrastructure transformation. 24 Million Connections by 2029 The Indonesian government aims to add 24 million new household clean water connections by 2029, covering 40 percent of urban areas and serving approximately 93 million people. Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono described the target as highly challenging. Speaking at the Water Townhall Meeting in Jakarta, AHY acknowledged that with 2026 underway, the government must determine whether it can meet the ambitious goal within the next three years. He stressed that cross-sector collaboration will be essential. Progress So Far and 2045 Vision To date, the government has installed 14 million household connections, delivering clean water to around 56 million residents, or about 20 percent of the population. While progress has been significant, the remaining gap highlights the scale of the challenge ahead. Under the National Long-Term Development Plan 2025 to 2045, Indonesia aims to expand coverage to 56 million household connections by 2045, ultimately reaching 211 million citizens. Officials describe this as a long-term commitment to universal access. Balancing Water Allocation Priorities AHY emphasized that integrated water resource management is critical, especially given existing allocation patterns. Around 74 percent of Indonesia’s water resources are currently used for irrigation under the food self-sufficiency program. Households account for only nine percent of usage, while industry consumes six percent, commercial activities three percent, and other purposes eight percent. Ensuring adequate household access will require careful balancing of these competing demands. Conservation and Disaster Mitigation The minister highlighted the importance of conserving water resources to guarantee sustainable supply for future generations. This includes improving efficiency in water use and strengthening governance frameworks. Efforts must also address hydrometeorological risks such as flooding, which can disrupt supply systems and damage infrastructure. Integrated planning is therefore necessary to protect both water availability and public safety. A Heavy-Duty National Commitment AHY described the clean water expansion as a heavy-duty national program that demands full commitment from government agencies, private partners, and communities. The objective is not only to extend infrastructure but to ensure reliable and safe access. By aligning infrastructure expansion with conservation and disaster mitigation strategies, Indonesia aims to secure long-term water resilience amid population growth and climate pressures. Indonesia’s clean water expansion reflects a broader push to modernize infrastructure and improve quality of life nationwide. As regional neighbors such as Singapore continue investing heavily in water security and recycling technologies, Indonesia’s success in scaling household access will be critical to strengthening Southeast Asia’s collective resilience against climate and resource challenges. Sources: EN Antara (2026) , Jawwa (2026) Keywords: 24 Million Water Connections, Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono, Indonesia Household Water Access, National Long Term Development Plan, Integrated Water Management