Inp.polri.go.id - Serang. The Banten Regional Police dispatched clean water supplies on Friday (7/8/2026) to assist residents affected by drought across six sub-districts in Serang Regency, Banten.

"This is an extraordinary form of social care and an innovative public service using police operational assets," said Banten Deputy Governor A. Dimyati Natakusumah during the send-off ceremony at the Serang Sub-regional Police Headquarters.

Police deployed operational tank trucks alongside Armoured Water Cannon (AWC) tactical vehicles to distribute the emergency water. 

Banten Police Chief Inspector General Hengki said that the initiative reflects the police force's commitment to supporting communities facing severe dry season impacts. He also urged residents to prevent land and garbage fires while reminding the public to utilize the 110 call center for emergencies. 

Officials called on local businesses to contribute through corporate social responsibility programs to ensure basic water needs are met across Banten Province.

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