Riau Police Chief Shares 20 Ketinting Machines to Meranti Fishermen, Boost Coastal Productivity 

DOK ISTIMEWA

JAKARTA - Riau Police Chief Inspector General Herry Heryawan handed over 20 units of threshing machines to fishermen in Bokor Village, West Rangsang District, Meranti Islands Regency. This assistance is intended to increase the productivity of fishermen and strengthen the economy of coastal communities.

The handover was carried out at the Tantya Sudhirajati Hall of the Kepulauan Meranti Police, Tuesday, March 31. The machines provided consisted of 10 units of the Motoya brand and 10 units of Pro-Quip, each of which was received by 20 local fishermen.

Herry said the role of the National Police is not only limited to maintaining public security and order, but also present in efforts to improve the welfare of the people.

"We realize that the task of the National Police is not only to maintain kamtibmas, but also as a servant, protector, and caregiver to the community. Therefore, we must be able to make a real contribution to helping improve the people's standard of living," said Herry in his statement, Tuesday, March 31.

According to him, coastal communities have great economic potential, but need adequate support so that they can develop more optimally.

"This assistance is expected to be a lever for the productivity of fishermen, as well as strengthening the economic resilience of the community. We want the community to continue to move forward, be independent, and be able to take advantage of every opportunity that exists," said Herry.

He also emphasized the importance of collaboration in encouraging sustainable development, including the involvement of various parties in opening economic and social access for the community.

"We cannot work alone. With togetherness and the spirit of human solidarity, we can open wider access for the community, both in the fields of economy, education, and social welfare," he said.

In addition to the delivery of assistance, this activity is also linked to the planting of eight seeds of guava and mango as part of the Green Policing approach carried out by the Riau Police, namely encouraging a balance between economic growth and environmental sustainability.

The West Rangsang Sub-district Head, Jefri, said the assistance had a direct impact on the activities of fishermen in his area.

"This assistance is very useful for our fishermen because it can increase their activities and productivity, which ultimately has a direct impact on the welfare of the community," said Jefri.

The same thing was conveyed by the Head of the Kepulauan Meranti Police, AKBP Aldi Alfa Faroqi. He assessed that the assistance was targeted and had the potential to strengthen the local economy.

"The presence of the Police Chief also has a positive impact on public confidence in the National Police, which can be seen from the public's enthusiasm as well as the situation of the activities which took place safely and conducive," said Aldi.