PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (BNI) is clearing mud and other flash flood debris from educational facilities affected by the disaster in North Aceh. This step is being taken to expedite the recovery of the school environment and support the smooth running of post-disaster teaching and learning activities.
This action is in line with the efforts of the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB), which is targeting the return of schools affected in North Aceh to operations in early January 2026.
BNI Corporate Secretary Okki Rushartomo said that cleaning educational facilities is one of the priorities in the initial recovery phase, considering that schools are vital facilities for the continuity of children's education after a disaster.
"BNI strives to be present through concrete actions on the site. Cleaning schools of mud and flood debris is expected to accelerate the recovery of the learning environment so that educational activities can resume quickly," Okki said in a written statement.
In its implementation, BNI is collaborating with the State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) Big Family through the BUMN Peduli program, called "One Heart for Sumatra," coordinated by Danantara Indonesia. Various facilities and resources are being deployed to support the cleanup and coordinated flood mitigation efforts.
The educational facility focused on this activity is the State Islamic Elementary School (MIN) or State Islamic Elementary School 33 in North Aceh. To support the cleanup, BNI deployed heavy equipment such as excavators, dump trucks, and water tankers, as well as field workers.
This activity is part of BNI's Social and Environmental Responsibility (TJSL) program which will continue to be implemented sustainably according to needs on the field, including further cleaning, facility renovation, and repair of school supporting facilities.
"We hope this support can help recreate a safe and comfortable school environment so that students and educators can return to normal activities," Okki emphasized.
Working in synergy with various stakeholders, BNI reaffirms its commitment to continue contributing to disaster management while also supporting the social and educational recovery of affected communities.
Further information regarding BNI's humanitarian activities and social programs can be accessed thru BNI's official website (www.bni.co.id), which is part of the Danantara Indonesia ecosystem (www.danantaraindonesia.co.id).