December 11, 2025 | 09:20 am
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Division of the Nagan Raya Police Resort relocated and installed Starlink devices in the Alue Waki Village, Darul Makmur District, Aceh, Indonesia, on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. The installation was aimed at restoring communication access for the flood-affected communities in Sumatra.
The Head of ICT at Nagan Raya Police Resort, Ipda Saifuddin Amin, stated that Starlink was introduced as a quick solution to the limited internet network that was hindering post-disaster communication. He said, "Internet access is crucial during the recovery period, so that people can stay connected and receive information," in a written statement on Tuesday.
The satellite-based internet network installation was carried out around 09:00 AM WIB (Western Indonesian Times) and was assisted by the local community at the village's activity center.
Saifuddin hoped that providing this internet service could fulfill the communication needs of the affected communities, ensuring smooth coordination for emergencies, aid distribution, and communication with families.
"With the operation of the Starlink network, the Nagan Raya Police Resort hopes that post-flood recovery can progress more rapidly and that our service to the community remains optimal," added Saifuddin.
Prior to this, the installation of the Starlink internet network had also been carried out by the Ministry of Health. A total of 15 Starlink devices were installed in districts and cities affected by the Sumatra floods.
In Aceh Province itself, there were 9 installed Starlink units, including in Aceh Tamiang (3 units), Aceh Timur (2 units), Langsa City (1 unit), Pidie Jaya (1 unit), and Bener Meriah (1 unit). An additional unit was placed at the Health Emergency Operation Center (HEOC) of Aceh Province.
Based on preliminary data, the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) noted that there were 40 flood and landslide victims in Sumatra who were found by joint teams on Monday, December 8, 2025. This increased the temporary total death toll to 961 people.
The Head of the Disaster Information and Communication Data Center at BNPB, Abdul Muhari, mentioned that the highest number of victims were found in Aceh Province. "As of December 8, the number of victims in Aceh increased by 23 people, bringing the total to 389," he said in his statement on Monday, December 8, 2025.
The electricity supply in three provinces is still in the process of recovery by PT PLN (Persero). Meanwhile, the internet network in several areas remains difficult to access due to the communication facilities being affected by the disaster.
Novali Panji Nugroho contributed to the writing of this article.
Read: Police Install 76 Starlink Units in Flood-Hit Areas of Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra
Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News
Today's Top 3 News: Police Install 76 Starlink Units in Flood-Hit Areas of Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra
2 hari lalu
Here is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today.
Police Install 76 Starlink Units in Flood-Hit Areas of Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra
3 hari lalu
Starlink services are provided to the public free of charge, with no fees or charges.
Starlink Service in Flood-Hit Sumatra Free Until End of December
5 hari lalu
The statement comes amid rumors suggesting alleged extortion against flood victims seeking to use the Starlink satellite internet service.
Elon Musk Offers Free Starlink Internet to Support Sumatra Flood Victims
9 hari lalu
Elon Musk's Starlink is providing free internet service to residents impacted by severe flooding in Sumatra, Indonesia through December 2025.
Sumatra Floods: Number of Victims, Looting, and Aid Distribution
10 hari lalu
The aftermath of floods & landslides in three Indonesian provinces on the island of Sumatra has yet to fully recover. What is the latest development?
Aceh Police Install Starlink to Restore Communications in Flood and Landslide Areas
10 hari lalu
The police installed two Starlink devices to provide free internet access for flood and landslide-affected residents in Aceh Province, as the internet connection was disrupted for around five days.
Police Send 8 Starlink Devices to Sumatra Disaster Zones
10 hari lalu
Internet networks in several regions of Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra were disabled due to floods and landslides.
Myanmar: Notorious Cyberscam Center KK Park Raided by Army
50 hari lalu
Unlicensed Starlink terminals were seized and more than 2,000 people detained following the raid at KK Park.
What to Know About Google's Taara, the Laser-Powered Starlink Rival
3 Agustus 2025
If Starlink utilizes a constellation of satellites in low Earth orbit, Google Taara relies on Free Space Optical Communication (FSOC) technology.
US Senate Urges Elon Musk to Suspend Starlink Operations in Southeast Asia
2 Agustus 2025
The U.S. Senate is pressuring Elon Musk to stop providing Starlink service in Southeast Asia. What is the reason behind this?
:strip_icc():format(jpeg)/kly-media-production/medias/5316291/original/015050100_1755231247-5.jpg)
