Inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. Minister f Defense Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin led a coordination meeting of the Kuala Task Force in Aceh Tamiang, Aceh, on Sunday (4/1/2026), focusing on river normalization and post-disaster recovery efforts. 

The meeting brought together senior military leaders, local administration officials, and logistics authorities to align technical plans, equipment readiness, and logistical support.

“This task force is designed not only to normalize rivers and estuaries, but also to support comprehensive recovery and economic revitalization for communities along the riverbanks,” Minister Sjafrie said, as quoted by antaranews.com.

The coordination addressed when and how heavy equipment would be deployed, with operations scheduled to begin within the next two weeks. The task force will support dredging activities, water utilization, and integration with rehabilitation and reconstruction programs.

Officials emphasized that restoring river function is critical to flood mitigation, clean water supply, and long-term resilience in affected areas. The Kuala Task Force operation is part of the government’s broader disaster response strategy in northern Sumatra.

(mg/inp/pr/rs)