Puan Becomes Jury For Miss Indonesia 2022: Indonesian Women Are Not Only Beautiful But Inspirational

Chairperson of the Indonesian House of Representatives, Puan Maharani (Photo from DPR Doc)

JAKARTA - The chairman of the DPR, Puan Maharani, is one of the judges in the Miss Indonesia 2022 election. She praised all the finalists for Puteri Indonesia who came from all provinces in Indonesia.

"I feel very proud because I was appointed as one of the judges in the Miss Indonesia 2022 election. I am happy to have the opportunity to see so many Indonesian women who are not only beautiful, but also inspiring, full of dedication, master of science, and have a lot of insight," said Puan , Saturday (28/5/2022).

The Grand Final of the Miss Indonesia Election was held at the Jakarta Convention Center (JCC), South Jakarta, Friday, May 28 yesterday. Puan was on the jury with Minister of Health Budi Gunadi Sadikin, actress Anya Geraldine, President Commissioner of PT Aviasi Wisata Indonesia Triawan Munaf, and Chair of the Organization for the Puteri Indonesia Foundation, Kusumadewi Sutanto.

In addition, there are also Miss Indonesia 2019 Frederika Alexis Cull, Miss International 2019 Sireethorn Leeramwat, Director of PT Mustika Ratu Tbk as well as Chair of the Puteri Indonesia 2022 Selection Committee Kusuma Ida Anjani, and Chair of the Communications Division of the Puteri Indonesia Foundation, Mega Angkasa who also served as judges.

In this prestigious beauty event, Puan got her turn to ask questions in the big 6 round. He gave a question to Melanie Theresia, who was a finalist for Miss Indonesia from West Java.

“In the coming years the capital city of Indonesia will gradually be moved to Kalimantan. In your opinion, what opportunities will it bring to our Nation in economy, tourism and culture?” Mrs. asked Melanie Theresia.

Puan's questions were answered in English.

"I believe that the move to the capital city of Indonesia is a good opportunity to empower economic stability in terms of logistics, tourism and infrastructure," Melanie said.

The selection process for the Miss Indonesia election is quite strict. The other finalists were asked questions such as about modern beauty, the meaning of the Indonesian motto 'Bhinneka Tunggal Ika', to the issue of Indonesia becoming the G20 presidency, stunting issues, and the policy of easing health protocols.

After the next stage, Laksmi Shari De Nefee Suardana was chosen as Miss Indonesia 2022. The finalist from Bali replaced Roro Ayu Maulida Putri to carry out her duties as Miss Indonesia.

Meanwhile, dr. Cindy May MC.Guire (DKI Jakarta 5) was selected as Runner Up 1 as Puteri Indonesia Environment and Adinda Cresheilla (East Java) was selected as Runner Up 2 as Puteri Indonesia Tourism. The lady also congratulated all the winners.

"Specifically, I congratulate Laksmi Shari De Nefee Suardana who was chosen as Miss Indonesia 2022. Congratulations on carrying out the task of promoting Indonesia to the international stage," said Puan.

Even though Laksmi came out as the winner, the first woman to serve as Chair of the Indonesian House of Representatives assessed that the 44 finalists for Puteri Indonesia were the winners. Puan said they were the best chosen women for their respective regions.

“All the finalists for Puteri Indonesia 2022 are great women who come from extraordinary backgrounds. All of them have been proven to have work for the nation and society in their own way," said the former Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture.

Puan also believes that there are many young Indonesian women who have talents and privileges like the finalists for Puteri Indonesia. Therefore, according to him, Indonesian women should have more space to express their achievements and dedication.

“I believe that the voices of Indonesian women will bring about change. Not only for their own country, but also for changes in the world," said Puan.

“Indonesian women must have the courage to fight for the common good, whatever the platform they choose. Whether it's through politics, government, education, economy, culture, health, tourism, and others," added the grandson of the proclaimer of Indonesia Bung Karno.

According to Puan, the Indonesian nation has excelled in empowering women. Even at the international level, the dedication of Indonesian women has been quite recognized.

Puan said that not a few policy makers in Indonesia came from women. He also said that the DPR will continue to fight for the interests of women through various legislative functions.

“We have a female president, female DPR chairmen, ministers, regional heads, and many women council members and public policy makers. I am sure that the role of women will bring Indonesia forward," said Puan.

Besides Miss International 2019 Sireethorn Leearamwat, the Miss Indonesia 2022 election was also attended by two other world queens, namely Miss Universe 2021 Harnaaz Sandhu and 1st Runner Up Miss Supranational 2021 Karla Guilfu Acevedo.

The founder of the Puteri Indonesia Foundation, Mooryati Soedibyo, who was present virtually, advised the winners of Puteri Indonesia 2022 to give their best service.

"Whoever wins will represent Indonesia in the international arena. Give your best and make Indonesia proud," said Mooryati Soedibyo.

Laksmi Shari will later become Indonesia's representative in the Miss Universe 2022 event. Then Cindy May MC.Guire will take part in the Miss International 2022 event and Adinda Creshella will be Indonesia's representative for the Miss Supranational 2022 contest.