In an update on the March 12, 2026, acid attack on KontraS activist Andrie Yunus in Central Jakarta, the government is fully funding his treatment at RSCM, where he remains stable but faces a long recovery. President Prabowo Subianto has directed police to conduct a thorough, transparent investigation.
Following the acid attack on KontraS Deputy Coordinator Andrie Yunus in Salemba's Salemba area—previously condemned by UN officials and Indonesian ministers—new developments include comprehensive government support for his care.
Arriving at RSUP National Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo (RSCM) Emergency Unit around midnight on March 13, Yunus suffered burns covering about 20% of his body (degree three on the right eye), affecting his face, neck, chest, back, arms, and vision. Treatments included irrigation, tissue removal, and an amniotic membrane transplant for corneal damage. He is now in the HCU burn ward under multidisciplinary care.
RSCM's Legal and PR Manager Yoga Nara confirmed Yunus's condition is stable and not life-threatening, though vision reconstruction may be required. The Health Ministry has waived all costs, with spokesperson Widyawati stating on March 17, “Yes, he is being treated at RSCM and we will make it free.”
National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo revealed direct orders from President Prabowo Subianto: “I have received direct orders from Mr. President to carry out a thorough investigation professionally and transparently.” Central Jakarta Metro Police are proceeding step-by-step with scientific methods.
