West Kalimantan Residents File Lawsuit Regarding Forest and Land Fire Handling

Published 2026-10-21

A group of residents in West Kalimantan has just filed a class action lawsuit against the government. This legal step was taken as a form of protest over the handling of forest and land fires (karhutla), which is considered suboptimal in the region.

Previously, the central government had stated that it had spent hundreds of billions of rupiah to address the issue of forest and land fires. These funds were allocated for various prevention and firefighting efforts at various hotspots scattered across the Kalimantan region.

However, the affected residents feel that these large funds have not yet had a tangible impact on the ground. They are questioning the effectiveness of the budget usage because haze caused by forest fires still occurs frequently and disrupts the activities and health of the local community.

Through this lawsuit, the residents hope that the government can be more transparent in the use of disaster management budgets. They are also demanding more concrete and sustainable measures to prevent forest fires from recurring every year.

This case has now become a matter of public concern as it involves the community's right to a healthy and clean environment. The government is expected to respond to this lawsuit promptly by providing a clear explanation regarding the forest and land fire management policies that have been implemented.

Sources: Magdalene.co

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