ACEH TENGAH | INDATANEWS.COM ~ The Subsector Police Post of Rusip Antara under the Aceh Tengah Police has joined forces with local residents to restore inter-village access through a collective effort to accelerate the reconstruction of a temporary emergency bridge. On Sunday, April 19, 2026, the concrete paving work of the bridge deck was carried out in Rusip Antara District.
The community work took place from 09:00 to 12:00 WIB and was directly led by IPDA Sunarto, Head of the
Rusip Antara Police Subsector, together with personnel from the police force. Residents from Rusip, Arul Pertik, and Mekar Maju villages also participated, alongside volunteers from the "Ekspedisi Kita Bisa" organization.
EMERGENCY BRIDGE REPAIR: Police officers, residents, and volunteers work together to concrete the deck of an emergency bridge in Rusip Antara District, Aceh Tengah, restoring inter-village connectivity after the disaster. (PHOTO: Adli Safwan)
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The concrete paving marks the final stage of the
emergency bridge construction, which was previously initiated through community self-help efforts supported by volunteers. With this step completed, the structure is now ready to restore vital transportation access as quickly as possible.
The bridge serves as a crucial lifeline for the community, directly connecting Rusip, Arul Pertik, and Mekar Maju villages.
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"This bridge is a vital lifeline for the community. With the completion of the concrete work, transportation for both motorcycles and cars can now resume," he said.
EMERGENCY BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION: Aceh Tengah Police Chief and local residents jointly repair the emergency bridge in Rusip Antara District, Aceh Tengah. (PHOTO: Adli Safwan)
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AKBP Muhamad Taufiq further highlighted that the strong synergy between police officers, local residents, and volunteers was the key factor behind the rapid completion of the
emergency bridge. This collaboration not only sped up construction but also strengthened social cohesion within the community.
Access Gradually Returns to Normal
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Rusip Antara district center is gradually returning to normal. This improvement allows residents to resume economic activities, school commutes, and daily necessities more efficiently.
(IDNC)REPORTER: Adli Safwan | EDITOR: Fik Sagala