Story Of The Mayor Of Risma Receiving Aid In Handling COVID-19 From Crazy Rich Surabaya

JAKARTA - During the COVID-19 pandemic, a lot of assistance from various groups was channeled through the Surabaya City Government (Pemkot). The various groups seemed moved to work together to help the Surabaya City Government in dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Most recently, the assistance came from crazy rich Surabaya who took the name Melvin Tenggara and Friends. Their assistance was 1,081 pcs of Hazmat PPE, 500 boxes of surgical medical masks, 15 pairs of boots, 1 box of 1860 type masks, 300 pcs of cloth anti bacterial masks, and 5 boxes of protective disposable face masks.

When they wanted to hand over the assistance, they brought their luxury cars such as Lamborghini, Porsche, Ferrari and several other luxury cars. Around 8 luxury cars slowly entered the Surabaya Mayor's official residence on Jalan Sedap Malam, Surabaya, Saturday, September 19. Arriving at the official residence, about 12 people were warmly welcomed by the Mayor of Surabaya, Tri Rismaharini and his staff.

Reporting from the official website of the Surabaya City Government, during the meeting, Mayor Risma explained about some of the beauties of the City of Surabaya ranging from parks, mangroves, waste management that has produced 11 megawatts of electricity, to the plan to build the Surabaya Square which has recently been completed in the upper side.

In fact, they are also served typical Surabaya snacks. This includes the traditional Pokak drink. They were also given souvenirs in the form of decorative lamp statues from the icon of Suroboyo to odeng.

After promoting Surabaya to them, the crazy rich Surabaya group invited the Mayor of Risma to ride their luxury car. At that time, Mayor Risma got on a Lamborghini belonging to Melvin Tenggara and toured around the Surabaya City Hall until finally entering the courtyard of the Surabaya City Hall. Furthermore, they also provided the assistance that he had brought.

After receiving assistance, the Mayor of Risma confirmed that in the city of Surabaya, Pancasila and gotong royong really took place. The proof, so far there has been a lot of assistance from various groups and now, this assistance comes from young people who care about the problems of the City of Heroes.

"Therefore, as the Mayor of Surabaya, I am very proud, even though they may have a lot of life outside Surabaya, they still care about what is happening in the city of Surabaya. That is my pride, and they are still young, ”said Risma.

The President of UCLG ASPAC also hopes that the citizens of Surabaya City will care for each other. If that can happen, then this city will be calm and peaceful, because there is mutual concern for each other.

"I also want to convey that we are not alone in Surabaya, so I also hope that other young people can imitate the young people who provide this assistance. In the midst of their busy activities, they still care about Surabaya, ”he said.

He admitted that he was happy to ride this luxury car and tour Surabaya City Hall. According to him, if he took their car longer, it was not impossible that he would fall asleep.

“It tastes good. When I ride in my car, it's rocking, it's not rocking at all. So I sat quietly. Fortunately, it won't be long. If it's long, maybe I can fall asleep, ”he said with a laugh.

Meanwhile, Melvin Tenggara said the donation this time came from him and his friends, both school friends and friends who like cars. He also denied that he and his friends came from the crazy rich Surabaya group.

"So, this donation comes from my friends, from various circles, not a particular group. We are young people who want to contribute to Surabaya, ”said Melvin after handing over the aid.

With his help, he hopes to help others a little. He also hopes that his assistance can inspire others and be useful for those in need.

"Actually we also often provide assistance but it is not published, and this is the first time it is special because it is with Bu Mayor," he said.

In addition, Melvin also admitted that he was nervous when he drove Mayor Risma by car around Surabaya City Hall. Because, this is the first experience that according to him is very extraordinary to be able to drive Mayor Risma.

"I was very nervous. I also don't dare to do anything because I'm with Mrs. Risma, ”he concluded.