PEGUNUNGAN BINTANG — The Operation Damai Cartenz 2026 Task Force once again demonstrated its commitment to fostering peace through humanitarian action in the Papua Highlands. On Monday, January 26, 2026, personnel assigned to Sector 8 in Kiwirok District conducted community outreach while providing medical assistance to injured residents and distributing vitamins to help maintain the community’s health and immunity.
The Head of Operation Damai Cartenz 2026, Brigjen Pol. Dr. Faizal Ramadhani, S.Sos., S.I.K., M.H., emphasized that a human-centered approach is the primary foundation for maintaining security stability in Papua. According to him, sustainable peace can only be achieved when the presence of security personnel is felt as both protectors and partners of the community.
“Operation Damai Cartenz 2026 carries a humanitarian mission. We are present not only to maintain security, but also to assist communities with basic needs such as healthcare. Peace will grow when people feel protected, cared for, and treated with respect,” said Brigjen Pol. Faizal Ramadhani.
The outreach and healthcare services were part of ongoing efforts to build warm communication between officers and residents, while also ensuring that public health conditions remain stable in areas with limited access to medical services.
Positive responses came from the local community. A community leader in Kiwirok District, Markus Murib, expressed his appreciation for the care shown by Operation Damai Cartenz personnel.
“We are greatly helped by the presence of officers who care about the health of residents. They come with kindness, assist those who are injured, and provide vitamins. This makes us feel safer and truly cared for,” said Markus Murib.
Throughout the activity, the situation remained safe and conducive. This humanitarian effort forms part of the continued commitment of Operation Damai Cartenz 2026 to maintaining Papua as a safe and peaceful region through an approach that prioritizes service, dialogue, and genuine care for the community.
