As a follow-up step in assisting communities affected by disaster, PT Indako Trading Coy together with the Astra Honda Motor Foundation (AHM Foundation) once again distributed humanitarian aid for residents affected by floods and landslides in North Sumatra.

This aid was provided in the hope of alleviating the burden on residents while strengthening the spirit of Synergy for the Nation amidst the disaster situation.

On December 22-23, follow-up humanitarian aid was distributed to a number of villages in North Sumatra affected by floods and landslides. The aid included basic necessities such as sarongs, blankets, children’s milk, mats, clothing supplies, sanitary pads, instant food, bread, and biscuits.

It also included supporting cleanliness equipment such as wheelbarrows, shovels, hoes, buckets, umbrellas, and push brooms. This follow-up aid complements the support from Indako and the AHM Foundation, which has been carried out quickly and responsively since the initial floods and landslides occurred in November.

Distribution in Central Tapanuli began in Aloban Village, Poriaha District; Sorkam Village, Sorkam District; Rampah Village; and Bonandolok Village, Sitahuis District. Aid continued to be distributed to Sipange Village, Tukka District, while ensuring affected residents received targeted support.

The distribution of this aid is a form of Honda’s concern for the people of North Sumatra affected by the disaster.

“We hope the distributed aid can alleviate the daily needs of the surrounding community and also serve as motivation for all parties to continue synergizing in facing challenges. This synergy is important to strengthen care for the community, especially when a disaster occurs, and we hope the disaster conditions can recover soon,” the statement said.

North Sumatra

North Sumatra is a province on the Indonesian island of Sumatra, most famous for being home to the immense Lake Toba—the largest volcanic lake in the world, formed by a cataclysmic supereruption around 74,000 years ago. The region is a cultural heartland of the Batak people, whose distinct traditions, architecture (notably the boat-shaped *rumah adat*), and Christian faith are central to its identity. Historically, it also contained significant pre-colonial kingdoms like Srivijaya and later the Sultanate of Deli, centered in the modern capital of Medan.

Central Tapanuli

Central Tapanuli is a regency (kabupaten) located in North Sumatra, Indonesia, historically significant as the heartland of the Batak Toba people and their ancient kingdoms. The area is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, including Lake Toba—the world’s largest volcanic lake—and the cultural hub of Tarutung. Its history is deeply intertwined with the pre-colonial Batak civilization, the spread of Christianity in the region during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and the preservation of unique traditions like traditional housing (rumah adat) and music.

Aloban Village

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Poriaha District

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Sorkam Village

Sorkam Village is a traditional Toba Batak village located on the western shore of Lake Toba in North Sumatra, Indonesia. It is historically significant for its well-preserved examples of traditional Batak architecture, particularly its distinctive boat-shaped houses with intricate carvings, which reflect the community’s ancestral heritage and connection to the lake. The village offers a glimpse into the customs and social structure of the Toba Batak people, one of Indonesia’s major ethnic groups.

Sorkam District

Sorkam District is a coastal region in North Sumatra, Indonesia, historically part of the ancient Batak Toba Kingdom and later a significant center for the spread of Christianity in the region. It is known for its traditional Toba Batak architecture, including iconic boat-shaped houses (*rumah bolon*), and its scenic location along the Indian Ocean. The area also holds historical importance due to the presence of the ancient **Huta Ginjang** site, a fortified hilltop settlement.

Rampah Village

Rampah Village is a traditional village located in the Riau province of Sumatra, Indonesia, known for its preserved Malay architecture and cultural practices. Historically, it has served as a center for the local Malay community, maintaining customs, traditional wooden stilt houses (*rumah panggung*), and handicrafts like songket weaving for generations. Today, it offers visitors insight into the indigenous Malay way of life and serves as a cultural heritage site.

Bonandolok Village

Bonandolok Village is a traditional village of the Toraja people on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi, renowned for its well-preserved *tongkonan* (ancestral houses with distinctive boat-shaped roofs) and ancient burial sites carved into cliffs. Historically, it has served as a significant cultural and spiritual center where elaborate funeral rites, known as *Rambu Solo*, are performed to honor the dead and ensure their safe passage to the afterlife. The village offers a direct glimpse into the unique animist beliefs and intricate social hierarchy of the Toraja culture, which has endured for centuries.