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Kyai Ageng Gribig's grave complex in Sendang Klampeyan Klaten witnessed a lively celebration on Friday, September 1. Thousands of residents flooded the location to take part in the long-awaited annual event, namely distributing apem Yaa Qowiyyu. Since the morning, Sendang Klampeyan has been crowded with residents, not only from Klaten, but also from various regions in Central Java. In fact, several foreign tourists also mingled in the crowd that packed the location. This year, the Governor Central Java, Ganjar Pranowo, attended the event. Ganjar has always been part of this tradition, which has been going on since the 16th century. In the event, Ganjar Pranowo was accompanied by the Regent of Klaten, the descendants of Kyai Ageng Gribig, and the Queen of the King of Solo. Ganjar also had the opportunity to distribute the first apem to the residents. With shaking, he threw the apem down to thousands of people who had been waiting for him. Residents are fighting for the first apem to be thrown by Ganjar Pranowo. Sorakan boisterous was heard when there were residents who managed to catch the apem from the hands of the Governor. Ganjar not only provided once, but many times, so that residents continued to struggle to get it. A total of 6 tons of apem were shared in this apem spread tradition Yaa Qowiyyu. The apem comes from the donations of the surrounding community managed by the descendants of Kyai Ageng Gribig. Ganjar Pranowo was very impressed by the high enthusiasm of the people in the community Through this tradition. They come not only from Klaten, but also from various regions around Klaten and even from outside Central Java. Yaa Qowiyyu's tradition, according to Ganjar, has unique and deep values taught in the event. He hopes that this tradition can continue to grow, and maybe one day, it can become a tourist destination that many people have been waiting for. "I am happy to see the joy of society in various aspects. They can stay in touch with each other "Friends, friends, and greetings to each other," said Ganjar Pranowo. On that occasion, Ganjar also expressed his apologies and gratitude for the support and cooperation that has been established so far. He also conveyed a farewell message because he would enter retirement on September 5. "Ganjar Pranowo apologize if someone is not pleased. I said goodbye, I do not know whether next year I will be invited again to this event," he concluded. Residents sincerely release Ganjar with Ganjar a wave of hands and praying for him. They were crammed into expressing their gratitude and prayers when Ganjar was about to go home.

The Regent of Klaten, Sri Mulyani, invited the public to pray for Ganjar Pranowo's health and success in his retirement as Governor of Central Java. Even though he has entered retirement, Ganjar is expected to lead with a higher mandate in the future. "We pray that Pak Ganjar will always be healthy and successful, especially as a leader in 2024," said Sri Mulyani.


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