BADUNG, Deputy Governor of Bali I Nyoman Giri Prasta, accompanied by the Regent of Badung I Wayan Adi Arnawa and Badung Regency Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) member Made Bima Nata, inspected the site of a landslide at the Eco Park Pelaga Glamping Retreat in Pelaga Village, Petang District, Badung Regency, on Monday (November 2, 2026).
The inspection was conducted to ensure that disaster response efforts and the search for two individuals reported missing following the landslide are proceeding optimally.
The disaster, triggered by heavy rainfall, resulted in a landslide accompanied by a powerful surge of water that struck the tourist accommodation area.
Deputy Governor Giri Prasta emphasized that human safety is the primary priority in disaster response. Consequently, all relevant agencies have been instructed to optimize the search for the victims while ensuring the safety of personnel in the field.
“When addressing a disaster, our first concern must be the humanitarian aspect. According to reports from the management here, two people remain missing as a result of this landslide. Therefore, we, along with the entire team, are ensuring that the search process is carried out as effectively as possible,” he asserted.
Joint Team Conducts Sweeps Downstream
Deputy Governor Giri Prasta explained that the search operation involves a joint team comprising Basarnas (National Search and Rescue Agency), the Bali Provincial Disaster Management Agency (BPBD), the Badung Regency BPBD, the National Police (Polri), the Mobile Brigade Corps (Brimob), and the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI).
Since this morning, personnel have been conducting sweeps from the landslide site toward downstream areas in search of the two missing individuals.
Search efforts are also being supported by regulating water flow—specifically by closing a weir located to the north of the site—to enhance the safety of personnel and facilitate the clearing of landslide debris.
According to the Deputy Governor, the search is currently focused on areas buried under landslide material. If the victims are not yet found, the search will continue along the watercourse, moving from downstream toward the incident site.
“We hope that both victims can be found soon, safe and sound. Regardless of the circumstances, however, the team is prepared and will continue the search efforts,” he stated.
Regarding the duration of the operation, the Deputy Governor explained that the search is being conducted in accordance with established procedures. An evaluation will take place after seven days, taking into account field conditions, progress in the search, and requests from the victims’ families.
The Deputy Governor also expressed his appreciation for the swift response of all personnel and community members involved in the disaster response. He emphasized the importance of remaining vigilant against the potential for secondary landslides, given the current weather conditions and the high-risk terrain.
Regent of Badung Urges Safety Evaluation of Tourist Accommodations
The Regent of Badung, I Wayan Adi Arnawa, expressed his concern regarding the disaster that occurred in the Pelaga tourist area.
According to him, this incident should serve as a basis for evaluating safety aspects and environmental conditions, particularly concerning nature-based tourist accommodations in the North Badung region.
He stressed that the development of nature tourism and agrotourism must take into account potential disaster risks, as well as the safety of tourists, workers, and the surrounding community.
“In light of this incident, we will certainly evaluate the conditions on the ground. We must ensure that such an event does not happen again—even though the necessary permitting processes and regulations have already been followed. Nevertheless, an evaluation is essential to prevent further casualties, both at this location and elsewhere in Badung,” asserted Adi Arnawa.
The Regent of Badung stated that the evaluation should encompass environmental conditions, site safety, and the preparedness of operators in dealing with extreme weather and potential disasters.
He also commended the synergy among the National Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas), the Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD), the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), the Indonesian National Police (Polri), and all other parties involved in the search and disaster response operations. Bali Provincial Government and Badung Regency Government Strengthen Coordination and Disaster Mitigation
Deputy Governor Giri Prasta emphasized the importance of cross-sectoral coordination in disaster response—ranging from search and rescue operations to proactive measures aimed at preventing further casualties.
The Bali Provincial Government and the Badung Regency Government are committed to supporting emergency response efforts while simultaneously strengthening disaster mitigation, particularly in areas prone to landslides.
In addition to ensuring that the search for the two victims remains a priority, the government is also urging enhanced preparedness and oversight regarding safety in nature-based tourism areas.
The disaster response in Pelaga is expected to serve as a catalyst for strengthening the management of tourist destinations—ensuring that environmental conditions, potential disaster risks, and the safety of both the public and tourists are duly considered.
Through coordination among local government authorities, security forces, search and rescue teams, tourism operators, and the local community, disaster response and mitigation efforts are expected to become more effective, thereby minimizing the risk of similar incidents in the future.
