Bolmong's Main Irrigation Project Faces Delays Due to Spatial Planning Revision
The long-awaited main irrigation project in Bolmong Regency, North Sulawesi, is now facing another hurdle - the revision of its spatial planning. The project, which aims to provide water supply for over 1.2 million people in the region, has been plagued by delays and setbacks since its inception.
According to sources close to the project, the revised spatial plan will likely further extend the timeline of the project, already expected to take until 2025 to complete. The new plan is expected to involve significant changes to the original layout, including the relocation of several villages and the creation of new infrastructure.
"This is not a surprise," said a local resident, who wished to remain anonymous. "We've been hearing about delays and setbacks for years now. It's like they're playing catch-up with their own plans."
The project has already faced significant challenges, including funding issues and concerns over its environmental impact. The revised spatial plan is expected to address these concerns, but many fear that it will also lead to further delays and cost overruns.
"This is a classic case of 'gold plating'," said an expert in infrastructure development. "They're adding more complexity and cost to the project without any clear justification. It's like they're trying to justify their original plans by throwing more money at them."
The Bolmong main irrigation project is one of the most ambitious water supply projects in Indonesia, with a total budget of over IDR 10 trillion (approximately USD 700 million). Its success will have significant implications for the region's economy and population growth. However, with the revised spatial plan, it seems that the project's timeline has been pushed further into the future.
The long-awaited main irrigation project in Bolmong Regency, North Sulawesi, is now facing another hurdle - the revision of its spatial planning. The project, which aims to provide water supply for over 1.2 million people in the region, has been plagued by delays and setbacks since its inception.
According to sources close to the project, the revised spatial plan will likely further extend the timeline of the project, already expected to take until 2025 to complete. The new plan is expected to involve significant changes to the original layout, including the relocation of several villages and the creation of new infrastructure.
"This is not a surprise," said a local resident, who wished to remain anonymous. "We've been hearing about delays and setbacks for years now. It's like they're playing catch-up with their own plans."
The project has already faced significant challenges, including funding issues and concerns over its environmental impact. The revised spatial plan is expected to address these concerns, but many fear that it will also lead to further delays and cost overruns.
"This is a classic case of 'gold plating'," said an expert in infrastructure development. "They're adding more complexity and cost to the project without any clear justification. It's like they're trying to justify their original plans by throwing more money at them."
The Bolmong main irrigation project is one of the most ambitious water supply projects in Indonesia, with a total budget of over IDR 10 trillion (approximately USD 700 million). Its success will have significant implications for the region's economy and population growth. However, with the revised spatial plan, it seems that the project's timeline has been pushed further into the future.