INDONESIAUPDATES.COM, News En – Minister of Environment Hanif Faisol Nurofiq issued a strong warning regarding serious violations found at the Jatiwaringin Final Disposal Site (TPA) in Tangerang Regency after personally inspecting the landfill on Friday, May 15, 2025. The minister emphasized the need for immediate and firm action to address the severe pollution and fires occurring at the site.
“There are serious violations here—extraordinary pollution fires that no one can protect from. I cannot cover up this condition. There are criminal offenses involved, and the police must act. We have ordered the enforcement team to take mitigation measures and verify the situation on the ground,” said Minister Hanif.
The central government has urged swift action to prevent further environmental and health hazards caused by the landfill conditions. Minister Hanif expressed deep concern and called for urgent handling from all parties involved.
The Ministry of Environment has previously provided clear guidance to local governments regarding waste management at final disposal sites. The plan to close the Jatiwaringin landfill is not symbolic but a necessary step.
If the landfill is not closed, those responsible for its operation will face stricter sanctions, including criminal penalties of up to one year imprisonment, in accordance with Law No. 32 of 2009,” the minister warned.
Meanwhile, the Head of the Tangerang Regency Environmental Agency, Fachrul Rozi, stated that the local government is currently implementing administrative sanctions. These include a 30-day planning phase, revisions of environmental impact documents over 60 days, and a 180-day deadline to eliminate open dumping and transition to sanitary landfill methods.
Regarding criminal sanctions, Fachrul clarified that the authorities are still in the administrative enforcement stage.
During his inspection, Minister Hanif was visibly angry upon seeing the ongoing violations and multiple spots of smoke caused by burning waste, exacerbated by hot weather conditions.
I will not tolerate fires like this. Enforcement, seal this site immediately. I don’t care about the risks, just close it!” he asserted.
Minister Hanif made it clear that those responsible must be held accountable without exceptions.
“I want those responsible to be imprisoned. No leniency. I don’t care who is behind this—close the landfill!” he declared firmly.
The Jatiwaringin landfill spans over 30 hectares, and the site was observed to be poorly managed, with garbage scattered widely and smoke emerging from several locations. Fachrul explained that the smoke resulted from methane gas igniting on the surface of the waste.
“Because of methane gas, it burns and causes smoke,” he said.
Minister Hanif concluded, “I do not want anyone to become a victim of this situation. Close it immediately.”
FAQ: Jatiwaringin Landfill Violations and Minister Hanif’s Actions
Q: Who is Hanif Faisol Nurofiq?
A: Hanif Faisol Nurofiq is the Minister of Environment of Indonesia.
Q: What violations were found at the Jatiwaringin landfill?
A: Serious violations including uncontrolled pollution, garbage fires, and improper waste management were found at the landfill.
Q: Why did Minister Hanif visit the Jatiwaringin landfill?
A: He visited to inspect the conditions firsthand after reports of serious pollution and fires at the site.
Q: What actions did Minister Hanif order after the inspection?
A: He ordered law enforcement (Gakkum) to take mitigation steps, conduct field verification, and seal the landfill to stop ongoing violations.
Q: Are there any legal consequences for those responsible?
A: Yes, under Law No. 32 of 2009, managers responsible for the violations can face criminal sanctions including imprisonment of up to 1 year.
Q: What is the status of administrative sanctions at the landfill?
A: The Tangerang Regency Environmental Agency is currently enforcing administrative sanctions, including planning revisions and transitioning from open dumping to sanitary landfill within set deadlines.
Q: What causes the smoke seen at the landfill?
A: The smoke is caused by methane gas burning on the surface of the garbage.
Q: Is the Jatiwaringin landfill going to be closed?
A: Yes, the Ministry of Environment has made clear the plan to close the landfill due to its unsafe and non-compliant condition.
Q: How large is the Jatiwaringin landfill?
A: The landfill covers more than 30 hectares.
FOLLOW INDONESIAUPDATES.COM ON GOOGLE NEWS
