DELI SERDANG | INDATANEWS.COM ~ The Deli Serdang Regency Government is accelerating preparations to participate in the community-based infrastructure program (IBM), initiated by the Directorate General of Cipta Karya under Indonesia's Ministry of Public Works and Housing (PUPR).
The commitment was reaffirmed by Zainal Abidin Hutagalung, Assistant for Government Affairs and Social Welfare, during a coordination meeting held at the Regent's Office in North Sumatra on Thursday (March 26, 2026).
"All stakeholders must act swiftly and proactively to meet the requirements. Administrative and technical preparations must be completed immediately so that we can fully capitalize on opportunities from central government programs," he said.
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Deli Serdang Regency Government, Zainal Abidin Hutagalung, called on regional agency heads, subdistrict heads, and village chiefs to prepare for participation in the Community-Based Infrastructure (IBM) program initiated by the Directorate General of Human Settlements, Ministry of Public Works and Housing (PUPR). (PHOTO: Edi Saputra)
Focus on Waste Management, Sanitation, and Regional InfrastructureThe meeting highlighted several key programs, including the development of waste processing facilities based on the Reduce, Reuse, Recycle (TPS3R) concept, community-based water supply and sanitation (Sanimas), and regional socio-economic infrastructure development (PISEW).
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Village administrations were urged to promptly establish Community Self-Help Groups (KSM) and intensify public outreach efforts. These steps are expected to accelerate implementation and ensure that local communities directly benefit from the programs.
"Our goal is to ensure these programs are implemented effectively and deliver tangible impacts. Therefore, thorough preparation from the outset is essential," Zainal Abidin emphasized.
The atmosphere of a meeting held by the Deli Serdang Regency Government and its ranks in preparation for the Community-Based Infrastructure (IBM) program initiated by the Directorate General of Human Settlements, Ministry of Public Works and Housing (PUPR). (PHOTO: Edi Saputra)
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The coordination meeting was attended by heads of regional agencies, subdistrict leaders, and village chiefs, aiming to strengthen cross-sector collaboration.
The involvement of all relevant stakeholders is expected to streamline both administrative and technical processes, ensuring that the IBM program can be executed according to plan. (IDNC)
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