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Reviewing the Bekasi Timur Train Accident Site, Dony Oskaria Prioritises Handling of Victims

| | Source: REPUBLIKA Translated from Indonesian | Infrastructure
Reviewing the Bekasi Timur Train Accident Site, Dony Oskaria Prioritises Handling of Victims
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REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, BEKASI – The Head of BP BUMN, Dony Oskaria, directly inspected the site of the train accident disaster in the East Bekasi area in the early hours of Tuesday (28/4/2026). His presence at the incident location at 00:00 WIB, along with the Deputy Speaker of the DPR and the President’s envoy, was to directly convey condolences and concern while monitoring the evacuation process.

“On behalf of myself, the government, BP BUMN, and Danantara, we extend our deepest condolences and most sincere apologies for the tragedy that has occurred,” said Dony in front of the media at the incident site on Tuesday (28/4/2026).

Dony emphasised that the President’s instructions are very clear: public safety is the highest law. Currently, all energy is being directed to ensure that medical services for the victims proceed quickly and accurately.

“Our main focus at this time is not only the restoration of the rail operations, but ensuring that every individual affected receives the fastest and best handling,” he stressed.

During the inspection, Dony, together with Sufmi Dasco Ahmad, also engaged in dialogue with on-site personnel to ensure the evacuation process. Concluding his statement at the disaster site, Dony expressed apologies and concern. “Once again, we apologise for the inconvenience and this tragedy. Public safety and trust are absolute priorities that cannot be compromised,” Dony concluded before continuing coordination with the KAI technical team on site.

For families needing further information regarding the condition of family members, PT KAI has opened an official information service via WhatsApp: 0811-2223-3121 or Call Centre: 121.

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