2,064 Families In Central Buton Talaga Enjoy Electricity From PLN

Illustration (Photo: Doc. Antara)

A total of 2,064 families in Talaga Kecil, Central Buton Regency, Southeast Sulawesi Province will certainly enjoy 24-hour electricity from PT PLN (Persero) after the signing of the Cooperation Agreement (PKS) between PLN and the Central Buton Regency Government.

Central Buton Regent Andi Muhammad Yusuf through his official statement in Makassar, Saturday delivered the signing of the PKS to realize the non-stop electricity operation on Talaga Kecil Island.

"On behalf of the government and the people of Central Buton Regency, we appreciate PLN's efforts to realize 24-hour electricity in Talaga Kecil. We have high hopes for becoming a reference in accelerating the operation of electricity," Yusuf said as quoted by ANTARA, Sunday, February 18.

The presence of 24-hour electricity in Talaga Raya is targeted to operate by the end of 2024, the electricity effort is proof that the state is present in the community.

"This electricity is expected to provide economic benefits and help teaching and learning activities for school students," he said.

With the presence of electricity, he continued, the economy in the region can stretch because it supports trading activities, businesses in the fields of fisheries and tourism.

On the same occasion, General Manager of PLN Main Distribution Unit of South Sulawesi, Southeast Sulawesi and West Sulawesi (UID Sulselrabar) Moch Andy Adchaminordin explained that PLN together with the Central Buton Regency Government are always committed to meeting the electricity needs of the people of Talaga Kecil Island by building, operating and maintaining reliable, efficient and environmentally friendly electricity infrastructure.

"We also convey our appreciation to the Central Buton Regency Government, this is a tangible manifestation of PLN and the Regency Government to provide the best service to the community, especially on Talaga Kecil Island," said Andy.

Andy is also optimistic that this signing can improve the quality of electricity services to the people of Talaga Kecil Island, as well as support the acceleration of development and economic growth in this region.

It was recorded that until December 2023, the realization of the electrification ratio in Southeast Sulawesi reached 99.72 percent while the ratio of electricity villages had reached 100 percent.

"We also hope to improve the welfare and independence of the people of Central Buton, through the use of electricity for various sectors, such as industry, agriculture, fisheries, tourism, and others," Andy explained.