BANDA ACEH | ACEH INFO – National Sports Week (PON) XXI Aceh-North Sumatra was officially opened by President Joko Widodo, Monday, September 9, 2024, night.
A series of attractions and artistic performances enlivened the opening ceremony which was held at the Harapan Bangsa Stadium (SHB) that.
The chanting of the holy Quran began the opening ceremony. Furthermore, the song Indonesia Raya guided by national artist Tiara Andini and the Aceh Hymn entitled Aceh Mulia were also sung solemnly by thousands of guests who attended.
A colossal dance performed by thousands of dancers also enlivened the event. In addition, the guests enthusiastically clapped repeatedly when Virzha, Tiara Andini and Nabila Taqiyyah stomped the entire stadium with the songs they performed. The three national singers successfully entertained the guests present.
The enthusiasm and excitement of the guests were also ignited when several fireworks were set off, making the atmosphere and view of the sky from the SHB stands look so beautiful.
Enlivened by Attractions and Art Performances, President Jokowi Opens PON XXI Aceh-North Sumatra
President Jokowi said PON is an event to produce the nation’s best athletes.
Previously, Jokowi expressed his gratitude to the people of Aceh and the local government for hosting PON XXI.
“Tonight we are all happy, tonight we are all excited to welcome the biggest sports party in Indonesia. Tonight I also want to express my gratitude, teurimong geunaseh for the local government and the entire Acehnese community for hosting the opening of the Aceh-North Sumatra PON XXI this evening,” Jokowi said.
Jokowi said, in addition to producing the nation’s best athletes, PON gave birth to more world record-breaking athletes. Starting from the Asian Games to the Olympics.
“This PON is an event to give birth to more of the nation’s best athletes. Give birth to more world record breakers. Give birth to more prospective gold medalists at the Asian Games, at the SEA Games, even the Olympics,” he said.
Meanwhile, Aceh Acting Governor Safrizal expressed his gratitude to the President for providing assistance and attention so that the implementation of the 21st PON took place successfully.
Safrizal is grateful, because President Jokowi has built toll roads and various national and international venues in Aceh so that they can support the implementation of the PON.
“Aceh and North Sumatra 100 percent ready to carry out PON,” said Safrizal.
Previously, since the afternoon at 13.00 WIB until the afternoon at 17.00 WIB the guests began to arrive to fill the stands. A number of local musicians entertained the guests waiting in the stands until the start of the opening in the evening at 20.30 WIB when President Jokowi arrived.
However, when the maghrib call to prayer came, all activities were stopped. Some guests performed the maghrib prayer both independently and in congregation.
A number of rooms under the stands were used as places of prayer by the guests. In addition, supporting facilities such as bathrooms are also available, making it easier for Muslim guests to continue to carry out their religious obligations.
Hutama Karya Imposes New Tariff for Seulimuem – Blangbintang Toll Road
PT Hutama Karya (HK) adjusted the tariff for the Sigli – Banda Aceh toll road section Seulimeum-Blang Bintang, and set the tariff on the Blang Bintang-Baitussalam toll road section. The tariff determination is effective starting Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 00.00 WIB.
Executive Vice President (EVP) of Corporate Secretary of Hutama Karya, Adjib Al Hakim, informed that the total accumulated tariff for Group I from Seulimeum to Baitussalam or vice versa is IDR 130,000.
“It is expected that toll road users who want to cross to find out the amount of the destination tariff and ensure that the electronic money card balance is sufficient, in order to avoid queues at the toll gate,” said Adjib.
Adjib added, the Sigli – Banda Aceh section 2 to 6 toll road provides significant benefits, one of which is to facilitate connectivity and reduce travel time from Seulimeum to Baitussalam from the original 1.5 hours to only 30 minutes.
With the new tariff immediately applied, Hutama Karya appealed to all road users to drive in accordance with the rules and regulations that apply on toll roads. Drive at a minimum speed of 60 km / h and a maximum of 100 km / h, and do not use the shoulder except in emergencies.
Road users are also asked to immediately rest at the nearest rest area if they feel sleepy, and if there are complaints or see crimes on the toll road, to immediately report to the Sigli – Banda Aceh Toll Call Center at 0821-6434-6434.
Ahead of Group A Final Match, PON Aceh Ball Team Manager: Please Support the Community
The PON Aceh soccer team will play the final match of Group A tonight. Aceh is scheduled to face West Java in a match that will take place at H. Dimurthala Lampineung Stadium at 20.00 WIB.
Currently Aceh is known to lead the Group A standings with 6 points from 2 wins from 2 matches.
After winning 3-2 against Banten in the opening match, the Aceh team won full points again after winning 1-0 from South Sulawesi.
While West Java occupies the 2nd place in the Aceh Group standings as a result of one win and one draw.
Even though they have confirmed a place in the quarter-finals or qualify for the round 8 big, the Aceh team is expected to keep Berman all out to win again and lock the position of the leader of the Group A final standings.
This was conveyed by the PON Aceh Football Team Manager, Saifuddin Muhammad in his statement, Tuesday, September 10, 2024.
Yah Fud, Saifuddin’s nickname, said, even though he has qualified 8 his party is still targeting victory in the final match tonight.
“Even though we have passed the quarter-finals, we still set a mandatory target to win. There is no draw, let alone lose. Our target of winning the gold medal, of course, must not be tarnished by defeat. Therefore we hope that the Coach team and the players will remain focused on winning against West Java,” he said.
Yahfud continued, his party also hopes for full support from the people of Aceh. We ask for full support from all levels of Acehnese society. Because this concerns the dignity of Aceh.
“We play at home, of course we hope to always win. Show that we are always on the side of the players who are struggling in the field. With the moral support of all the people of Aceh and the hard work of the players, InsyaAllah we can definitely win,” he said.
Yahfud expressed his appreciation and thanks to the players and the coaching team who have been working hard and fighting tirelessly to make Aceh proud on the national stage.
“Thank you to the players, the Coaching team and officials who have fought and given their best performance so far. We dedicate this result to all the people of Aceh. But remember our struggle is still long, stay focused and continue to maintain fitness, “concluded Yah Fud.
Darul Falah Sub-district Office in East Aceh Allegedly Burned by Unknown Person(s)
The sub-district office of Darul Falah, East Aceh was allegedly burned by unknown people (OTK), as a result the front entrance of the office was charred.
The incident was first noticed by the Village Secretary of Tunong Bugeng Village, Amiruddin, Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at around 07.30 WIB.
“When he arrived at the sub-district office, Amiruddin saw that the entrance was on fire. Then Amiruddin then reported the incident to Nurussalam Police,” said East Aceh Police Chief AKBP Nova Suryandaru, through Head of Criminal Investigation Unit, Iptu Andi Wahyu Nurhidayat, Tuesday, September 10, 2024.
Obtaining the report, members of the Nurussalam Police came to the location and together with employees of the sub-district office put out the remaining fire until it was extinguished.
For this incident, the Nurussalam Police Chief of East Aceh Police, Iptu Novian Fitra coordinated with the East Aceh Police Criminal Investigation Unit which then sent the INAFIS Team to carry out crime scene processing.
“It is suspected that this arson was deliberately carried out by the perpetrator with the target of the Darul Falah Sub-District Office,” said the Kasat.
After the incident, his party had carried out a crime scene and examined witnesses, there were no signs of theft at the scene, pure arson.
“The motive is not yet known, we are still investigating,” concluded the Kasat.