'If The Side Dish Is Not Delicious, Say Yes Ma'am', Said Ganjar Pranowo To The Flood Victims In Refugee Places

Ganjar Pranowo (Photo via Central Java Provincial Government)

JAKARTA - The Governor of Central Java, Ganjar Pranowo, checked a number of locations in his area that were affected by the flood, earlier this week. Starting in Purworejo, Banyumas, and Kebumen.

When checking the flood, the first location Ganjar visited was a refugee camp. He made sure all refugees were handled properly. Carefully, Ganjar checked the bedworthiness of the bed, the health of the refugees to check the public kitchen and the menus served.

"How are you? Are you healthy? Have you eaten anything yet? Are the side dishes delicious or not?" That's what Ganjar asks every time he meets refugees, as in his statement, Friday, March 18.

Like when he was in Ayah District, Kebumen Regency, Ganjar also greeted the refugees in a friendly manner. At least 242 refugees, dominated by the elderly, mothers, and children, were in that place. To them, Ganjar made sure there were no shortages. He also entertained the refugees, and distributed toys to the children who were there.

"Nek Lawuhe doesn't like to talk like that, ma'am (if the side dish is not good, say yes, ma'am). Take care of your health, hopefully the flood will recede soon, so you can go home," he said.

The refugees seemed as happy as Ganjar visited. There was no sadness on their faces, even though they were in the refugee camps.

"Yes, it's nice to be visited by Pak Ganjar, I feel cared for. My grandson was given a toy. Happy to meet the governor," said Ida Mustari (53), one of the refugees. border area.The location is next to each other and the cause is the same because the river embankment broke.

"This is a border, so two areas are affected. BBWS has found two points where the river broke. If it rains for a day or two, it can be handled immediately. BBWS has directly intervened," he said.

Ganjar has also checked the refugees in the two locations. All refugees are in good health and logistical stocks are still met.

“I asked the residents in the refugee camp that they were all healthy, they could still joke and the logistics stock was safe. Hopefully they will calm down, let us take care of everything," he added.

Ganjar also appreciated the number of volunteers who helped in disaster management. Not only BPBD volunteers, a number of volunteers from community groups, such as MDMC Muhammadiyah, NU youth, Bagana, and others.

“I say thank you very much, there are community groups that help. I saw some from NU, Muhammadiyah, and many from the community helping. I'm happy, the mutual cooperation is going well," he concluded.