BNN proposes additional budget of Rp. 1.39 trillion to eradicate drugs

Illustration of the National Narcotics Agency (BNN). (Antara)

JAKARTA - The National Narcotics Agency (BNN) proposed a budget of Rp. 1.39 trillion during a meeting with Commission III of the Indonesian House of Representatives. The budget will be used for drug eradication.

"We also intend to propose adjustments to the BNN budget posture that have a national impact, with a total additional budget of Rp. 1.39 trillion. We direct this adjustment entirely to sharpen the program, so that every rupiah really works to slow down the growth rate of drug abuse, especially in vulnerable age groups," said Head of BNN Komjen Suyudi Ario Seto, at the Parliament Complex, Senayan, Jakarta, Tuesday, February 3.

With this addition, said Suyudi, the total proposed budget allocation ceiling for the 2026 fiscal year for the BNN will be Rp. 2.9 trillion.

"This adjustment is expected to maintain the continuity of the BNN's strategic programs, strengthen services to the public, and ensure that drug prevention and eradication efforts continue to run effectively nationwide," he said.

Suyudi added, as part of the future strategic plan to expand the reach and impact of the P4GN program, in 2026 BNN RI also plans to carry out a massive drug awareness program involving the leadership and members of Commission III of the Indonesian House of Representatives.

"At the same time, to come down directly and actively participate actively with the BNN, provide drug danger counseling to the community in the respective dapil electoral districts or regions," he said.