Condolences 4 TNI Soldiers Died As A Result Of KKB, Puan: There Is No Place For Violence In RI

The family of Bharatu Anumerta Bonifasius Jawa, a member of the NTT Police Mobile Brigade (Brimob) who was shot by KKB in Papua, cried on the coffin when he arrived at El Tari Kupang airport, Friday (24/11). ANTARA/Kornelis Kaha

JAKARTA - DPR Speaker RP Puan Maharani expressed her deep condolences for the death of 4 TNI AD soldiers as a result of clashes with the Armed Criminal Group (KKB) in Papua. He hopes that separatist actions in Papua can be stopped immediately.

"On behalf of myself and on behalf of the DPR RI, I express my condolences for the passing of four of our soldiers who have dared to maintain the peace, peace and security of the nation and state," said Puan, Monday (27/11/2023).

It is known that a shootout occurred between the Personnel of the Raider 411/Pandau of the Indonesian Army Strategic Reserve Command (Kostrad) and the Armed Criminal Group (KKB) in Nduga, Papua Mountains on Saturday (25/11) which resulted in four soldiers being killed in their duties.

The four soldiers who died were Praka YL, Praka DB, Pratu MF, and Prada D. All of them have been evacuated and will be buried in their respective hometowns. In addition to the 4 soldiers who died, another TNI AD personnel suffered injuries due to gunfire with the KKB in Paro District, Nduga, the.

Puan hopes that the TNI Commander General Agus Subiyanto will give an award for the services of soldiers who died in their duties, including members who were injured. Because they have sacrificed to protect the country's sovereignty.

"It is fitting for the TNI to give the final award by conferring extraordinary promotions to the victims. They have shown their best dedication for this nation," said Puan, who is also a member of Commission I of the DPR RI.

The 4 soldiers died while chasing the KKB who committed the murder of a resident of Paro District, Nduga. Puan said the state must not lose to separatist actions that continue to carry out violent acts.

"I hope that the government together with the TNI/Polri ensure the safety of the community, especially those in Papua, will immediately stop the acts of violence carried out by separatist groups," said the first woman to serve as Chair of the DPR RI.

"Many of the nation's best citizens and sons from the TNI/Polri have died due to the KKB atrocities. The state must take measured decisive action," added Puan.

The former Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture also highlighted the importance of the conduciveness of state security ahead of the 2024 General Election. Puan hopes that the TNI/Polri together with the Government can work together as well as possible to ensure the safety of the community.

"The TNI as the main component of the national defense system has an important role to play in helping to secure elections, especially in areas prone to clashes such as in Nduga. Cooperation with the Police and other security institutions must be carried out optimally," said Bung Karno's grandson.

Therefore, Puan hopes that all elements of security and defense can map all areas that have a level of conflict vulnerability. Preventive measures with counseling to residents are considered to also have to be maximized.

"That way, it is hoped that conduciveness ahead, post, and during the implementation of the General Election can be maintained in all regions in the country. Efforts to anticipate potential vulnerabilities in conflict-prone areas must be a priority," explained Puan.

The DPR also highlighted how separatist actions could threaten Indonesia's image in the eyes of the world. For this reason, Puan asked all elements of the nation to work together to support the performance of the TNI/Polri and other agencies that continue to try to crush the KKB.

"Of course, support from the community is also needed to create security in our beloved country," he said.

"We don't want the good name of the nation to be tarnished due to actions such as separatism or terrorism. There is no place for violence in Indonesia," said Puan.