Agam Regency Government Proposes Rp2.75 Trillion to Build Damaged Infrastructure Due to Disaster

The condition of damaged roads and bridges in Agam due to the disaster that hit the area at the end of 2025. ANTARA/Yusrizal.

JAKARTA - The Agam Regency Government, West Sumatra (Sumbar), has proposed a budget of Rp. 2.75 trillion to the central government for the construction of damaged infrastructure affected by natural disasters that hit the area at the end of November 2025.

"This proposal is a strategic step in accelerating the equitable development and improving the welfare of people in various sectors. This is a form of the seriousness of the local government in responding to people's needs," said Agam Regent Benni Warlis in Lubuk Basung, Agam, Thursday, February 26, reported by ANTARA.

The budget is planned for repairs, improvement of 166 roads, construction of 211 bridges and construction of 11 suspension bridges spread across the Agam area.

"This construction and rehabilitation is aimed at strengthening connectivity between regions, facilitating community mobility, and supporting the smooth distribution of agricultural products and other economic activities," he said.

In the Water Resources Management (PSDA) sector, he said the Agam Regency Government also proposed improvements to irrigation areas at 281 points and 152 rivers.

The program is focused on strengthening food security through the optimization of irrigation networks, as well as controlling and normalizing rivers to reduce the risk of flooding and the impact of damage due to natural disasters.

In addition, the proposed budget is also intended for the improvement of basic public services, such as the repair and development of the Drinking Water Supply System (SPAM) both urban and rural.

The development of rural-scale septic tanks, building rehabilitation, drainage improvement, to neighborhood road rehabilitation.

This program is aimed at increasing access to safe drinking water, healthy sanitation, and creating a more organized and comfortable residential environment.

"This step is a form of commitment by the local government in accelerating post-disaster recovery while strengthening the resilience of infrastructure against future disaster risks," he said.