KPU Admits A Number Of Regions Have Experienced Logistic Constraints In The 2020 Pilkada

KPU Building (Irfan Meidianto / VOI)

JAKARTA - Commissioner for the General Elections Commission (KPU) of the Republic of Indonesia, Pramono Ubaid Tanthowi said there were a number of regions that had difficulties in distributing logistics for the 2020 election day.

Pramono said that the obstacle was related to the delivery of a shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE) in two areas, namely Bawean Island, Gresik, and Masalembu Island, Sumenep due to high waves.

"Latex gloves on the two islands experienced problems. They were transported by the air force at 12.30 WIB. Meanwhile, the shortage of gloves in Masalembu was resolved by borrowing from the local puskesmas," Pramono told reporters, Tuesday, December 8.

Then, there were obstacles in sending the election logistics to three polling stations on an island in Tambelan District, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands.

"This morning, logistical shipments were shifted by pompong boats, around 9 am local time. It is estimated that they will arrive at the location at 5 pm," Pramono said.

Then, yesterday it was discovered that there was a shortage of 27 sets of Form C holograms in South Lampung Regency. However, last night it was picked up from the provider in Jakarta and this morning the logistics arrived at the location.

Furthermore, it was known that there was a shortage of 40 thhermo guns in Cilegon City. However, yesterday afternoon 24 shipments arrived from the provider. So, there is still a shortage of 16 pieces.

"Earlier I had suggested asking for additional from the provider. If this is not possible, we can borrow from the local BPBD or Dinkes in Cilegon. If not, it can be purchased directly at the nearest medical equipment shop," said Pramono.

Pramono said, a number of problems related to logistical shortages and distribution have so far had solutions.

All logistics for the 2020 Pilkada, both voting equipment and PPE have been distributed to the village / kelurahan level. Then from noon to night it will be shifted to TPS.

"Hopefully, tomorrow all logistics, both voting equipment and PPE can be used in all polling stations in Indonesia," he concluded.