TARAKAN - The Head of the Regional Police (Kapolda) of North Kalimantan (Kaltara) Inspector General Hary Sudwijanto paid special attention to the Semumit Pantai village in Tarakan City.
The village, which was once known as a drug village in Tarakan, slowly turned into a thematic tourist area.
"Kampung Selumit has changed, this area will progress, especially since we declare it a drug-free village," said Inspector General Hary Sudwijanto, Monday, February 17.
"This is all thanks to the support from the BNNP Kaltara and the local government as well as the local community, so that this area can become a drug-free area and a safe and comfortable thematic tourist destination," continued the Kapolda.
According to the Kapolda, this transformation is not an easy thing. This is because a comprehensive approach is needed, ranging from improving security, infrastructure development, to empowering the economy of the local community.
"Police together with other law enforcement officers will work hand in hand to change the face of this village by conducting routine patrols and continuing to socialize the dangers of drugs," he added.
The Regional Police Chief emphasized that currently the local government together with the police have collaborated with business actors and MSMEs to provide skills training for residents, especially former drug users and their families.
This step aims to make them have a better livelihood and not fall into drug trafficking again. Not only that, but the tourism sector is also starting to be strengthened," he said.
The Regional Police Chief said that his party together with the regional government had added various supporting facilities such as green areas, children's playgrounds, and culinary centers that introduce local cultural wealth.
In addition, the alleys filled with drug transaction activities began to be crowded with laughter from children returning to play freely.
"We remove the negative stigma that has been attached to the Kampung Selumit Pantai. Changes are expected to have a positive impact on the local community and become an example for other regions in Indonesia," he said.
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