Jakarta, INTI - The Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs aims to deploy an additional 1,000 fixed broadband internet access points, including through its Kampung Internet (Internet Village) initiative, to strengthen connectivity in rural areas.
According to Singgih Yuniawan, Head of the ministry’s Fixed Broadband Infrastructure Acceleration Team, this expansion will add to the 1,282 access points already established by 2025, bringing the total to 2,282. He shared this update during a visit to Setanggor Village in Central Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, on April 22, 2026.
Target Areas and Deployment Strategy
The rollout will prioritize regions with limited fiber-optic infrastructure, such as West Sumatra, North Sumatra, Kupang Regency, North Maluku, and Gorontalo. Meanwhile, plans for West Kalimantan are still under initial assessment.
Singgih explained that site selection is based on mapping areas without fiber connectivity, combined with proposals submitted by local governments and relevant ministries. These proposals are then validated against a village-level database to confirm the absence of fiber-optic networks. If needed, further assessments are conducted, ranging from desk research to on-site surveys.
Industry Collaboration and Incentive Scheme
Once a location is confirmed, the ministry collaborates with industry associations like the Association of Telecommunications Network Operators (Apjatel) and the Indonesian Internet Service Providers Association (APJII) to identify service providers willing to operate in the targeted regions. To support this, the government is preparing incentive schemes to attract participation.
Under the program, internet providers will receive initial incentives to help build infrastructure, after which they are expected to operate independently. Singgih noted that providers are generally reluctant to enter areas without clear customer demand, making government support crucial.
The Internet Village initiative is expected to accelerate equitable digital access, unlock local economic potential, and expand the reach of internet-based public services in underserved communities.
Conclusion
Indonesia’s plan to expand broadband access through the Internet Village program reflects a strong commitment to closing the digital divide. By combining infrastructure deployment, data-driven location mapping, and industry collaboration, the initiative is set to enhance connectivity in underserved regions, stimulate local economies, and broaden access to digital services nationwide.
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