Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources Distributes Aid to Earthquake Victims in Nagekeo, NTT

Nagekeo, East Nusa Tenggara (ANTARA) - The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has distributed aid to victims affected by the earthquake in Nagekeo, Flores, East Nusa Tenggara.

“Today, in conjunction with the 81st Anniversary of Mining and Energy, the Ministry of ESDM is conducting social work for earthquake victims in NTT,” said Rudy Sufahrandi, Head of the Ministry of ESDM Disaster Preparedness Task Force, during a social service activity in Labolewa Village, Nagekeo, NTT, on Wednesday.

Rudy further stated that during today’s social service, the Ministry of ESDM delivered 1,000 basic food packages and provided health check-up assistance for the community.

“Here, we are distributing food packages and providing medical examination assistance for the residents. We hope this social service can be of help and that their health remains maintained,” he said.

In addition to the social service in Labolewa Village, the Ministry of ESDM also inspected the condition of the Aeramo Regional General Hospital (RSUD), which is currently in the recovery phase following the earthquake.

RSUD Aeramo, the only public health facility in Nagekeo, is currently conducting medical procedures in emergency tents following the magnitude 7.7 earthquake that shook Flores one month ago.

During his visit to RSUD Aeramo, Rudy engaged in dialogue with medical personnel and patients, and provided an additional 200 food packages.

“Today, I am confident and believe that the people in NTT are strong, provided with patience, and require much assistance. I hope the government also continues to provide support to those affected by the disaster in NTT,” Rudy said at RSUD Aeramo.

“I would like to thank all of you for your continued spirit in serving the community and rebuilding NTT following the disaster,” he added.

Furthermore, the Ministry of ESDM also provided 335 sets of uniforms, 229 pairs of shoes, one laptop, one active speaker, and five microphones to two schools, namely SMP Satu Atap and SD Negeri in Anakoli Village, Wolowae District, Nagekeo, NTT.