Polda

Polda is the term used in Indonesia to refer to the provincial-level command of the Indonesian National Police (Polri). Each province has a Polda that is responsible for enforcing the law, maintaining public order and security, and coordinating policing within the province. The Polda operates under the national police command and is led by a senior police officer with the title Kepala Kepolisian Daerah (KAPOLDA).

Within a province, the Polda oversees multiple Polres (district police) and, in larger urban areas, Polresta or Polrestabes. The Polda is structured into directorates and units such as Ditreskrimum (criminal investigation), Ditreskrimsus (special crimes), Ditlantas (traffic), and other units addressing narcotics, cybercrime, and intelligence. The exact organization can vary by province but generally follows a centralized framework to align with national police policy and local security needs.

Key responsibilities of the Polda include preventing and investigating crime, enforcing traffic laws, providing security for public events and VIPs, disaster response, and coordinating with provincial and local governments on security matters. They also engage in community policing and public information activities through public affairs or Humas units.

Jurisdiction of a Polda covers the entire province, while more localized policing is carried out by Polres at regency or city level. The Polda is headquartered in the provincial capital and works with civil authorities, provincial administrations, and other security agencies.

Examples of regional police commands include Polda Metro Jaya, Polda Jawa Barat, and Polda Bali, among others.