Sumatra Disaster: Ministry Of Education And Culture Distributes Logistics Assistance For Tapanuli Victims

The Indonesian Ministry of Culture distributed logistical assistance for victims of the Sumatran disaster in the form of floods and landslides that hit a number of areas in North Sumatra. (Photo: Ist)

TAPANULI UTARA The government through the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Indonesia distributed logistical assistance for victims of the Sumatra disaster in the form of floods and landslides that hit a number of areas in North Sumatra. This assistance was sent through the Regional II Cultural Preservation Center (BPK) to accelerate the recovery of residents during the emergency response period.

Minister of Culture Fadli Zon said his ministry had raised funds of around Rp. 1.5 billion to support initial handling. "This fund will be channeled through BPK in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra for affected residents," said Fadli in a media briefing, December 4, 2025.

The handover of aid was carried out at Silangit Air Base, Saturday (6/12), by the Head of BPK Region II Sukronedi to the Director of Logistics and Equipment Management of BNPB Bambang Surya Putra as well as representatives of Kodim 0210/TU Reinhard RJF Tampubolon. The aid package includes food needs, sanitation, and emergency response equipment.

Sukronedi said this assistance would be sent to the four affected districts: North Tapanuli, Central Tapanuli, South Tapanuli, and Sibolga. "Hopefully it will arrive soon and can ease the burden on the community," he said.

Floods in Sumatra have had a broad impact on thousands of residents, including threats to local cultural heritage due to extreme weather. The Ministry of Education and Culture ensures that coordination with BNPB and local governments continues to be carried out for further distribution according to field needs.