Jakarta, Nov. 29 -- President Prabowo Subianto announced the formation of a Bridge Emergency Task Force as an expedited measure to ensure students' safe access to schools.

During his speech at the commemoration of the 2025 National Teachers Day on Friday (November 28), Prabowo expressed his concern that many students still risk their lives crossing rivers to reach school.

"There are small bridges, some are crossing bridges. We are currently designing these, my children. Please be patient, I am working on it. Hopefully, all the bridges will be built next year," he promised.

This measure follows reports and findings from the public regarding the limited road infrastructure in remote areas of Indonesia.

The head of state emphasized that ...