JAKARTA – PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero), widely known as KAI, is proactively strengthening its operational readiness and enhancing services in anticipation of the upcoming Christmas and New Year (Nataru) 2025/2026 travel season. Demonstrating this commitment, KAI President Director Bobby Rasyidin personally undertook an inspection of the crucial railway line connecting Medan and Binjai Stations, meticulously assessing operational preparedness across North Sumatra’s Divre I region.
Bobby Rasyidin clarified that this series of visits constitutes a strategic initiative to monitor infrastructure conditions in the aftermath of recent extreme weather events. The primary objective is to guarantee the utmost safety and seamless operation of all train services. He further noted that the presence of KAI’s board of directors, accompanied by Minister of Transportation Dudy Purwagandhi, underscores a profound dedication to safety, infrastructure reliability, and the consistent quality of service for all passengers.
Following comprehensive field inspections and a rigorous series of safety tests, KAI has officially confirmed that the Medan-Binjai line is now entirely secure for passage. This vital assessment paves the way for the KA Srilelawangsa train operations to resume normal service, a welcome development announced by Bobby in a written statement from Jakarta on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
The presidential inspection commenced with a thorough review of facilities at Medan Station, including the services provided by the Airport Train. Subsequently, the inspection team utilized a specialized inspection train to meticulously examine the track conditions at Kilometer 9, along the section between Medan and Binjai Stations, which had previously been severely impacted by flooding.
“This thorough examination serves as a fundamental step in confirming the absolute viability of the railway line before we confidently reopen it for public travel,” Bobby emphasized, highlighting the critical nature of the assessment process.
The successful normalization of the line is a direct result of the swift, methodical, and multi-layered efforts of KAI’s dedicated infrastructure teams, who have remained vigilant and on alert since the initial disruption occurred. Bobby expressed profound appreciation to all KAI personnel, particularly the infrastructure team, for their tireless work and unwavering dedication amidst challenging extreme weather conditions.
Bobby concluded by stating, “Their unwavering commitment to ensuring the line’s safety once again is a clear testament to KAI’s core principle of prioritizing safety above all else in every aspect of our operations.”
With the successful restoration of the line, operations for the Srilelawangsa train service, which connects Medan-Binjai-Kualabingai and was temporarily suspended from November 27 to December 2, 2025, recommenced normally on Wednesday. Bobby reiterated KAI’s stringent commitment: “Every train journey undergoes a meticulous process of check, re-check, and cross-check. Only after all safety standards are fully met do we resume services. This is a fundamental and non-negotiable principle for us.”
Beyond the regional line, the KAI Group is also ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the Kualanamu Airport Train services. This comprehensive focus aims to robustly support customer mobility, particularly during the anticipated surge in travel volume leading up to the busy year-end holiday season.
Summary
PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) President Director Bobby Rasyidin inspected the Medan-Binjai railway line in North Sumatra, accompanied by the Minister of Transportation, to assess infrastructure following recent extreme weather events. This proactive measure aims to strengthen operational readiness and ensure passenger safety for the upcoming Christmas and New Year 2025/2026 travel season. After comprehensive field inspections and rigorous safety tests, KAI officially confirmed the Medan-Binjai line is now entirely secure for passage.
Consequently, the KA Srilelawangsa train service, connecting Medan-Binjai-Kualabingai, which was temporarily suspended, recommenced normal operations on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. KAI emphasized its stringent commitment to safety, ensuring every train journey undergoes a meticulous “check, re-check, and cross-check” process before services resume. The KAI Group is also ensuring the smooth operation of the Kualanamu Airport Train to support customer mobility during the busy year-end holiday season.