Jakarta, Dec. 14 -- The Indonesian government has provided free internet access to six schools affected by floods and landslides in North Sumatra.

Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Meutya Hafid expressed hope that the facility would help ensure the continuity of education for children impacted by the disaster.

"Hopefully, this humanitarian support in terms of connectivity can support digital learning in line with the President's directives," Hafid said in a press statement issued on Sunday.

The ministry is working with internet service provider MyRepublic to provide 500 mbps internet access for one year to six schools in the province.

During a visit to a senior high school in Medan, North Sumatra, on Saturday, Hafid also s...