Jakarta, Nov. 28 -- Efforts to restore electricity in Aceh are being accelerated after floods and extreme weather damaged high-voltage transmission infrastructure across several areas, an official said.

Commander of the Iskandar Muda Regional Military Command Major General Joko Hadi Susilo said here Friday that the military is fully committed to supporting recovery operations.

"Our soldiers are ready to open access, secure locations, and ensure smooth distribution of materials," he said.

Restoring power is seen as critical to helping communities return to normal life.

Earlier this week, 12 transmission towers collapsed and two others were severely damaged due to extreme weather.

State electricity company PLN has launched an accelerat...