Ready To Take Responsibility, Ganjar Pranowo: I Apologize To The Residents Of Purwerejo And Wadas

Ganjar Pranowo (Photo via Central Java Provincial Government)

PURWOREJO - Central Java Governor Ganjar Pranowo apologized to the entire community, especially the residents of Wadas Purworejo regarding the incident that occurred in Wadas Village on Tuesday (8/2). Ganjar apologized and emphasized responsibility.

"First, I would like to apologize to the entire community, especially the people of Purworejo and the people of Wadas. Because of what happened yesterday, some may feel really uncomfortable," said Ganjar during a press conference at the Purworejo Police Headquarters, Wednesday, February 9.

Ganjar also asserted that he was responsible for the events that occurred in Wadas. Including related to a number of people who were detained by the police, he asked to be released.

"I am in intense communication with the Kapolda, Deputy Kapolda and others, monitoring developments in Purworejo, especially Wadas. We have agreed, the people who were detained yesterday, today will be released for repatriation," said Ganjar.

Ganjar emphasized that he had taken a long process regarding the construction of the Bener Dam. During the process, his party opened wide space for dialogue to the public, especially those who still refused.

"We have invited Komnas HAM several times, because Komnas HAM is a neutral institution to bridge the gap. We ask those who agree and do not agree to be present, but yesterday when the dialogue was held, those who did not agree were not present," he said.

In fact, Ganjar was really looking forward to dialogue between the parties. Thus, the space for expressing opinions can be widely opened to all parties.

"We are really looking forward to it, so we can give space, can listen to what we have to say and we will answer. We always invite the public to participate so that this work is smooth," he said.

Meanwhile, the Central Java Police Chief, Inspector General of Police Ahmad Luthfi said, in that incident, his party secured as many as 64 people. The detained residents are currently at the Purworejo Police Station.

"Today we will return it to the community so that there is no tension between those who accept and those who do not," he said.

The police chief confirmed that no arrests or detentions had been made. It only protects the community so that there is no chaos.

"Because when the measurement took place, the pros and cons were rubbing together. Those who were against were chased by people who wanted their land to be measured. That's why we secured it here. Today we will return it to the community," he said.