To prevent forest and land fires, Kampar Regency Government Deploys Heavy Equipment to Clear Land Without Burning

Prohibition of Clearing Land by Burning

This policy is part of the implementation of a circular regarding preventing forest and land fires and protecting public health.

The Kampar District Government's steps also refer to the Instruction of the Minister of Home Affairs Number 1 of 2026 dated 22 August 2026 concerning the prevention and management of forest and land fires.

The instruction prohibits land clearing by burning when the area is at risk of forest and land fires.

Burning in the land clearing process has the potential to trigger fires that are difficult to control, especially when the vegetation dries up and the wind blows strongly. Fires can also produce smoke haze that disrupts people's health and activities.

Community Asked to Take Part in Preventing Forest and Land Fires

Apart from providing equipment assistance, the Kampar District Government is trying to raise awareness that land clearing does not have to be done by burning.

Preventing forest and land fires requires the involvement of the government, community, business actors and other related elements. Citizen participation is needed to monitor vulnerable areas and immediately report the discovery of Hotspots.

The Kampar District Government urges the public not to burn land under any circumstances. It is hoped that safe land management can keep the Kampar environment healthy while protecting the community's economic activities.