DINAMIKA SOSIAL MASYARAKAT DALAM PEMBANGUNAN INFRASTRUKTUR JALAN OLEH PT. CIPTA BANGUN NUSANTARA (CBN) DI DESA ULUBELU, KECAMATAN GOLEWA,  KABUPATEN NGADA

Road construction is not merely a physical infrastructure project; it also significantly impacts the social dynamics of local communities. This study aims to analyze the social dynamics within the community during the road construction process carried out by PT. Cipta Bangun Nusantara (CBN), particularly focusing on social interactions, shifts in power structures, and community adaptation to physical environmental changes. The research was conducted in Ulubelu Village, Golewa Sub-district, Ngada Regency, using a descriptive qualitative method, including observation, in-depth interviews, and document analysis. The findings reveal that road infrastructure development has led to changes in social interaction patterns, both among individuals and community groups, as well as shifts in local power structures. The study also uncovers several negative impacts, such as conflicts over land ownership, access to resources, and changes in community lifestyles. These findings underscore the importance of sustainable road development planning that includes community participation and considers the social impacts of such projects. This research is expected to contribute to a deeper understanding of the social impacts of rural infrastructure development and provide recommendations for more inclusive and sustainable planning and implementation.