BEKASI, Thekabarnews.com—President Prabowo Subianto was quick to respond to the deadly train accident in Bekasi. He visited victims in the hospital and endorsed massive infrastructure reforms to improve railway safety.

Prabowo visited the injured victims who were still receiving treatment on Tuesday, April 28. Prabowo wanted to ensure that someone was properly taking care of the medical care. He also expressed his condolences to the victims’ families. But the government response was more than a symbolic visit.

Authorities have approved plans to build a flyover in Bekasi in response to fears over the number of unguarded railway crossings in crowded areas. The project is part of a national plan to improve safety at some 1,800 railway crossings on Java.

The government has allocated around Rp4 trillion for the program to improve transportation safety and address long-standing infrastructure problems. Officials say these problems have been ignored for decades.

Government sources said the policy serves as a pressing pledge to prevent such disasters. This statement is especially true in cities where rail crossings remain vulnerable to accidents.

The crash was recent and carried dozens of passengers on board. The incident affected about 60 people. Medical teams have treated most of the victims, and some have started returning home after recovering.

The government said it will also compensate victims and their families as part of its emergency response and social protection measures.

Observers applauded the decision, saying unguarded rail crossings in Indonesia have long been a serious public safety risk. Upgrading infrastructure, such as flyovers and better crossing systems, is important to reduce fatalities.

“This isn’t just an accident; this is a structural problem that’s been around for years,” said the observer.

The Bekasi tragedy has once again brought up the country’s railway safety standards. It has also emphasized the necessity of better coordination between the railway operators, local governments, and infrastructure agencies.

Observers interpret Prabowo’s participation as a clear political signal that the government prioritizes public safety. Policymakers and the public have welcomed his choice to pair immediate humanitarian relief with long-term infrastructure planning.

Officials said they will carry out the overall plan to improve railway crossings in phases. The most dangerous sites in major urban areas will get the first attention.

As Indonesia enhances its transport infrastructure, the Bekasi tragedy could significantly affect railway safety management across the country.

The government’s quick response has convinced many people that public safety should be a top policy priority. Instead, officials now treat it as an urgent national responsibility.

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