JAKARTA - President Prabowo Subianto held a griya (open house) event in the context of the 1447 Hijriah Eid al-Fitr at the Presidential Palace complex specifically for the public as a form of togetherness at the holiday moment.
The Minister of State Secretary (Mensesneg) Prasetyo Hadi conveyed Eid al-Fitr greetings and explained the concept of the implementation of the griya title, where President Prabowo had directed that the activity did not require the presence of state officials.
"He has said for the past few days that it is not mandatory for officials, both ministries and institutions. Because he doesn't want to bother, maybe there are agendas or family events. So, this afternoon is specifically for the general public," said Prasetyo as reported by ANTARA, Saturday, March 21.
On this occasion, President Prabowo is also planned to greet directly the people who are present, as is the tradition that has been carried out in previous years.
The number of people who attended is estimated to have reached five thousand people. The government did not impose strict restrictions, but rather provided the widest possible opportunity for people to attend voluntarily.
"We don't limit or don't organize as usual events. For example, like the August 17 event, we give the opportunity to people who want to attend, volunteer, are welcome as long as it is still possible, we allow them to enter the palace environment," he explained.
He stated that the holding of the griya title was part of a tradition that had taken place every year. However, there was an emphasis on simplicity and empathy for the community's conditions.
"As we also conveyed through our circular, we are urged, government officials, ministries, and institutions to reduce open house activities and halal bihalal because, as we all know, many of our brothers and sisters in various regions are still experiencing difficulties. Therefore, the President chose to prioritize the general public," said the Minister of Public Relations.
In addition to the general public, President Prabowo is also scheduled to receive visits from previous Presidents of the Republic of Indonesia, including President 6th Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and President 7th Joko Widodo.
"God willing, the plan is this afternoon," said the Minister of Home Affairs.
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