Minister of Environment in Garut: Protect Indigenous Peoples, Restore Damaged Environment

He added that the government would help the community deal with environmental problems, including river pollution.

During the meeting, Jumhur explained the government's steps in the form of providing waste management infrastructure along river flows to prevent plastic pollution.

The issue of waste from the leather tanning industry in Garut is also a concern. The government is trying to find solutions to finance waste management so that local economic activities remain productive without sacrificing environmental sustainability.

However, this statement does not yet explain the financing scheme, the form of processing facilities, or the implementation schedule.

The government also stated that it continues to evaluate and improve regulations so that environmental law enforcement is consistent and fair.

Received the title of Sinatria Jaga Riksa Nusantara

At the end of the activity, Jumhur received the honorary title Sinatria Jaga Riksa Nusantara from dozens of representatives of the Pasundan traditional community.

The communities mentioned in the statement include Urug, Ciptagelar, Ciptamulya, Sirna Official, Kampung Mahmud, Cirendeu, Cikondang, Kampung Pulo, Kampung Naga, Akur Cigugur, and Dayak Segandu.