JAKARTA - PT Dairi Prima Mineral (PT DPM) has provided assistance for people affected by floods and landslides in North Sumatra and Aceh. In addition to logistical assistance, PT DPM provided cash assistance of Rp. 100 million to support the acceleration of post-disaster economic recovery.
"The assistance provided includes various basic needs such as hygiene supplies, clothing, baby supplies, and medicines. In addition to logistical assistance, the company also provides cash assistance of IDR 100 million to support the post-disaster recovery process," said Chief Legal and External Relations Officer of PT Dairi Prima Mineral, Radianto Arifin, in a statement, Saturday, January 31.
In addition, Radianto said that his party also strengthened the role of the local economy in Dairi Regency through the implementation of the Community Development and Empowerment Program (PPM).
He added that the program is part of the company's strategy in encouraging economic growth for the community around the operational area. This also strengthens the quality of human resources and supporting infrastructure.
Radianto said that the PPM program was designed as a long-term social investment that has a direct impact on increasing the economic capacity of the community. According to him, the existence of a company must be able to create added value for the surrounding environment in a sustainable manner.
"PT Dairi Prima Mineral strives to continue to be present and contribute to the community. Through programs that are carried out sustainably, we hope to provide benefits that are felt directly and support capacity building and meeting the needs of the community around the operational area," he said.
he added that his party's economic contribution is reflected in the strengthening of the education sector which is oriented towards increasing the competitiveness of the regional workforce.
"One of the flagship programs is the overseas scholarship which has delivered 12 of Dairi's best sons and daughters to complete their studies at the Guangdong Polytechnic of Industry and Commerce (GDPIC), China. In 2026, as many as 6 regional sons were re-elected and are currently entering the departure preparation period," he explained.
In addition, at the local level, increasing children's literacy through the development of School Reading Gardens is also directed to strengthen the foundation of education from an early age as the basis for long-term economic growth.
In the health sector, PT DPM carried out a health assistance program in six villages and sub-districts in Silima Pungga-Pungga District.
"The assistance provided includes the provision of supplementary food (PMT) for toddlers and the elderly, as well as health checks. This program reaches around 1,200 beneficiaries, consisting of toddlers and the elderly in the mine circle area," he said.
Radianto added that the strengthening of the community's economy was also carried out through the development of the agricultural sector, namely more than 120 farmers from six villages received training in cocoa, durian, and coffee cultivation, accompanied by seed assistance.
In addition, he added that his party also supports the regional development agenda by distributing 10,000 seeds of cashew trees to the Dairi Regency Government.
"This program is expected to provide long-term benefits in increasing productivity and sustainability of the agricultural sector," he said.
Meanwhile, in the field of infrastructure, the company collaborates with village governments and communities in improving village main roads, renovating posyandu, and improving street lighting.
"Through the PPM program series, PT Dairi Prima Mineral confirms its commitment to grow together with the community and actively contribute to improving the quality of life, economic independence, and the welfare of the community in the area around the company's operations," he explained.
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