PRR Task Force Maps Recovery Priorities for Utilisation of Additional Regional Transfers
The Post-Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Acceleration Task Force (PRR) has noted that several recovery indicators in Aceh still require special attention. These findings are intended to serve as a reference for local governments in utilising additional regional transfers (TKD) and financial assistance from other regions to accelerate post-disaster recovery.
The Head of the PRR National Post, Inspector General Wahyu Bintono Hari Bawono, stated that seven regencies in Aceh currently fall into the category of requiring special attention in the rehabilitation and reconstruction process. These areas include Bireuen, East Aceh, Central Aceh, North Aceh, Gayo Lues, Aceh Tamiang, and Pidie Jaya.
“There are still seven other regions in Aceh Province that fall into the category requiring special attention,” said Wahyu during an assistance and monitoring session regarding the adjustment of Regional Transfer allocations for disaster-affected regencies/cities in Aceh Province on Thursday, 25 June 2026.
According to Wahyu, one of the indicators requiring the most urgent acceleration is river normalisation. Based on the PRR Task Force’s monitoring, this issue is still found in several affected areas, and progress has not yet fully aligned with the established plans.
“River normalisation is indeed one of the indicators that needs to receive attention and priority in the rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts,” he said.
Additionally, the recovery of paddy fields remains an unfinished task. National Post data shows that several regions have not yet demonstrated optimal progress in recovering agricultural land impacted by disasters.
Wahyu explained that the central government, through the Ministry of Agriculture, has allocated more than Rp 800 billion to support the recovery of this sector. However, field implementation still requires acceleration as some activities are still in the preparation and technical documentation stages.
Another indicator of concern is the recovery of fishery ponds. According to Wahyu, many pond areas have not yet returned to normal function, necessitating further handling to support the economic recovery of the community.
“These fishery pond lands have suffered damage and are not functioning normally. This also needs to be addressed,” he said.
The PRR Task Force also highlighted the construction of permanent housing (Huntap) in several regions, which still faces various obstacles, ranging from land readiness to the provision of supporting infrastructure. Consequently, local governments have been requested to prepare various supporting facilities so that the developed residential areas can function optimally.
Beyond these sectors, Wahyu reminded regions to continue focusing on the recovery of educational and health facilities, which are vital components of post-disaster recovery indicators.
He noted that the additional fiscal support received by regions, whether through additional TKD or inter-regional financial assistance, must be directed towards accelerating the completion of lagging recovery indicators.
“Please ensure that existing budgets are adjusted, as they are directly related to the progress of government and community recovery indicators,” he urged.
Wahyu added that the post-disaster rehabilitation and reconstruction process in Aceh is set to continue until 2028, in accordance with the Master Plan for Rehabilitation and Reconstruction established by the government.
Therefore, synergy between local governments and relevant ministries/agencies must be continuously strengthened to ensure all recovery programmes meet their targets. “This certainly needs to be anticipated and coordinated so that all planned programmes can be implemented effectively,” said Wahyu.