JAKARTA - The Jakarta Provincial Government held a series of special events on the night of the takbiran to welcome Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijriah, Friday, March 20. This activity was enlivened by a torch parade which was attended by 5,000 participants and a 1,000 drum festival along Jalan MH Thamrin to Jalan Sudirman, Central Jakarta.
Jakarta Governor's Special Staff, Chico Hakim, said the event was packaged in a car-free night concept entitled Eid Mubarak Jakarta: Rhythm of Fountain. This activity is part of the celebration of Eid al-Fitr which falls on Saturday, March 21, and also supports the "Mudik to Jakarta" program.
"Tonight we present it as a public space that is truly open to all. With the concept of a car-free night, residents can enjoy a full atmosphere of gratitude without the interference of private vehicles, while experiencing the colossal sound of the gong, torch parade, and stunning visual attractions," said Chico in his statement, Friday, March 20.
He added that this activity was also a manifestation of the commitment of the Governor of Jakarta Pramono Anung to present an inclusive and cheerful city atmosphere during Eid al-Fitr.
The Jakarta Bedug Kolosal event will be held from 20.00 to 22.00 WIB with the center of activity at the Bundaran Hotel Indonesia (HI). The series of events includes a 1,000 drum and drum rampak festival, a torch parade with a route from the Monas area to the HI roundabout, and various visual attractions such as dancing fountains, lighting shows, laser shows, and flying LED shows.
In addition, the activities were also filled with tausiyah by Ustaz Akri and Hadad Alwi's appearance which further added to the atmosphere of the takbiran night.
"We invite all residents of Jakarta and the surrounding community to enliven this Jakarta Beduk Kolosal in an orderly and full of togetherness. Let's make this moment to welcome and celebrate Eid this year as an opportunity to strengthen brotherhood in the midst of the diversity of the Capital, under the direction and full support of Governor Pramono Anung," concluded Chico.
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