Danny Pomanto Gives Message To Makassar Residents At The Moment Of Independence Day, Fighting COVID Is Not Just The Government's Task

Makassar City Paskibraka members wave the red and white flag (Photo: ANTARA)

MAKASSAR - Makassar Mayor Danny Pomanto invites all levels of society to come together to fight and suppress the spread of COVID-19 at the moment of the 76th Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia.

"This moment of independence is an important moment for joint steps, joint movement and unity to fight COVID-19", said Danny Pomanto after leading the Ceremony at the Losari Beach Pavilion, Makassar, South Sulawesi, quoted by Antara, Tuesday, August 17.

According to him, the moment of celebrating independence day is an important part to unite in suppressing the spread of COVID-19, especially in sub-districts that are in the red zone.

Fighting the pandemic is not only the duty of the government but all elements of society must participate. One of them remains obedient and obedient to the implementation of health protocols, maintaining distance, washing hands, wearing masks and not crowding.

In addition, the impact of the pandemic is that all sectors are affected, so it needs to be encouraged with the spirit of working together for the whole community to fight together for the COVID-19 pandemic.

"So the concept is how we generate three revivals, where there is a health awakening, a social awakening, and an economic awakening being part of our future", he said.

"So from the three revivals, we are optimistic that this will underlie the revival of Makassar City, whose economy has passed 70 percent today", Danny added.

In order to commemorate the 76th year of Indonesia's independence, his party also invites the community to create a strong Indonesia, a growing Indonesia, and an Indonesia that works together to strengthen each other during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Previously, the implementation of the flag ceremony at the Makassar Losari Pavilion Danny Pomanto became the inspector of the ceremony. The flag ceremony was also marked by the stretching of the red and white flag for 100 meters on the Pinisi boat and 76 fishing boats as well as the awarding of figures and athletes for their achievements and dedication.