IKN Palace Field Memuka Ahead Of The Seconds Of Proclamation

The atmosphere of honor at the IKN State Palace Ceremony Field, East Kalimantan, the location for VVIP guests is on the agenda of commemorating the Seconds of the Proclamation of Independence of the Republic of Indonesia, Saturday (17/8/2024). (ANTARA/Andi Firdaus)

PENAJAM PASER UTARA - The Nusantara Capital State Palace (IKN) ceremony, East Kalimantan, looked stunning ahead of the commemoration of the Seconds of the Proclamation of Indonesian Independence even though it was overshadowed by cloudy clouds.

At the inaugural commemoration of the 79th Indonesian Independence Day at IKN, the IKN State Palace Field covering an area of 14,250 square meters looks majestic and full of national nuances. The ceremony took place in an open field decorated with various independence ornaments.

The rectangular-shaped ceremonial field with a capacity of around 1,500 to 1,800 guests has been installed with a podium prepared for President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) while serving as inspector of ceremonies starting at 11.00 WITA, Saturday, August 17.

In the middle of the field there is a 17 meter high flagpole with a diameter of 1.5 meters which is the location of Sang Saka Merah Putih's withdrawal by Paskibraka Nasional 2024.

Right behind the podium, it appears that the honorary stage is filled by VVIP guests from high state officials to ambassador representatives of friendly countries.

VVIP guests, including President Jokowi and elected president Prabowo Subianto, get seats in the front row.

This stage was specially installed for the ceremony, with the Garuda Giant Bird ornament set Garuda Palace IKN, which reflects the splendor of the Presidential Palace complex.

On the left and right sides of the field, there are two special areas designated for VIP guests and heads of institutions.

Reported by ANTARA, the Plaza Ceremony has a capacity of around 1,000 guests functioned as other invited guest areas, such as community leaders and representatives from various organizations. They are placed in a neat and orderly line, with sufficient distance to ensure that all can follow the ceremony with a clear view.

On the back side of the field is installed with two large LED screens for live broadcast of the hybrid ceremony at the State Palace of IKN and the Merdeka Palace, Jakarta.

Strict security around the ceremonial area was carried out by Paspamres in every corner of the field, ensuring the smoothness and security of the event which took place with respect and national pride.

In addition to infrastructure, security preparations have also begun with the deployment of around 2,000 TNI soldiers and members of the National Police in ring 2 and 3 of the IKN area. They are also tasked with maintaining security on land, sea and air to ensure the smooth running of the Indonesian Independence Day event at IKN.