Jakarta, Sept. 2 -- Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo estimated that recent demonstrations across Indonesia caused nearly Rp900 billion (USD53 million) in infrastructure damage, with East Java suffering the worst losses.

"From our calculation, the total loss reached almost Rp900 billion," Hanggodo said Tuesday in Jakarta.

The damage affected various public facilities, including Regional People's Representative Council (DPRD) buildings, toll gates, bus stops, and other infrastructure across the country.

East Java recorded the highest losses due to extensive arson damage. Key sites affected included the Grahadi State Building, a protected cultural heritage site, and the DPRD office in Kediri City.

Hanggodo also highlighted significant...