Polairud of Metro Police Assists in Cleaning Mud from Flood Aftermath in Kampung Melayu
The flooding that struck residents’ settlements in Kebon Pala, Kampung Melayu, East Jakarta, has receded. Personnel from the Directorate of Water and Air Police (Ditpolairud) of Metro Jaya Police assisted in cleaning up the residual mud clinging to residents’ homes due to the flood.
The cleaning activity was part of the ASRI Bang Jasri (Jakarta Clean Bhayangkara) Task Force action as part of Operation Ketupat 2026, which took place on Sunday (22/3/2026). Using whatever equipment was available, the officers worked hand-in-hand with residents to remove the mud.
The activity was led by SAR Alert Coordinator AKP Hamdannallah and Deputy Coordinator IPDA Gede Mahardika. A total of 24 personnel from Platoon I Disaster Alert were deployed to the location.
Dirpolairud of Metro Jaya Police, Kombes Mustofa, stated that the activity represented a tangible presence of the Indonesian National Police among the community, especially when residents needed assistance post-disaster.
“We are present not only for patrols and security but also to help the community restore their living environment. This is a form of care and commitment from the Indonesian National Police to those affected by disasters,” he said.
The flooding occurred on Saturday (21/3/2026) around 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. WIB and inundated four RTs, namely RT 11 and RT 12 RW 04 as well as RT 13 and RT 14 RW 05 in Kampung Melayu Subdistrict.
In addition to assisting with the cleaning process, Ditpolairud personnel remained on alert at the location to ensure that public security and order remained conducive, while anticipating potential disruptions post-flood.
The presence of the Indonesian National Police among the community becomes a tangible manifestation of care for residents affected by disasters, while also supporting government efforts in maintaining the environment through the Clean Indonesia Movement.
The Indonesian National Police also urged the public to remain vigilant against the potential for follow-up flooding and to report immediately if police assistance is needed via the emergency service 110, which is ready to serve 24 hours. Amid the limitations post-flood, the spirit of mutual cooperation between residents and authorities offers hope for accelerating recovery in Kampung Melayu.