KABAR JOGJA LIVE || 03 SEPTEMBER 2025

Summary

Jogja News reports on the latest events in Yogyakarta, covering key issues such as student demonstrations, local security efforts, and cultural activities. The military, local officials, and residents have worked together to ensure peaceful protests. Notably, minors were arrested for carrying Molotov cocktails ahead of a demonstration, and local authorities are focused on maintaining stability. In addition, cultural preservation initiatives like traditional Javanese archery competitions and storytelling performances highlight the city's efforts to blend security with community engagement. The segment ends with an invitation to continue watching Jogja News for more updates.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Yogyakarta community has shown strong collaboration in maintaining security and order during student demonstrations, with support from local authorities and military forces.
• 😀 Brigadier General Bambang Sujarwo expressed appreciation for the Yogyakarta community's commitment to maintaining peace during the student protests at the DIY DPRD building.
• 😀 The Chairman of the DIY DPRD, Nuryadi, emphasized the importance of a peaceful demonstration and stressed the collective responsibility of all parties in safeguarding Yogyakarta.
• 😀 Local residents and village officials, along with the TNI, were actively involved in securing and ensuring the peaceful execution of student demonstrations, with no police presence observed during the protest.
• 😀 Some villagers wore traditional Yogyakarta attire, including blangkon and jarik cloth, as a cultural gesture to support the peaceful demonstration and maintain order.
• 😀 Students at UII held peaceful demonstrations calling for the revocation of allowances, demanding that the budget be redirected for public interests, and advocating for revisions to authoritarian articles in the RKUAP.
• 😀 The Bantul District Attorney's Office coordinated with various agencies to maintain security and prevent violence during the protests in the Bantul Regency.
• 😀 Three minors in Solo were arrested for carrying Molotov cocktails ahead of a student demonstration. They were not part of the student body but were involved in potential illegal activities.
• 😀 River cleaning and sediment dredging were conducted in Yogyakarta's Code, Winongo, and Gajah Wong rivers to reduce silting and improve the ecosystem, contributing to the community’s environmental efforts.
• 😀 The Kulonprogo Regency Government launched a series of activities to commemorate its 74th anniversary, featuring a variety of art performances and promoting peace amid ongoing demonstrations.

Q & A

What role did the TNI play during the student demonstrations in Yogyakarta?

The TNI (Indonesian National Armed Forces) played a key role in securing the student demonstrations in Yogyakarta, ensuring that the protests remained safe, orderly, and peaceful. They worked alongside local residents and village officials to maintain security.

Why did Brigadier General Bambang Sujarwo express admiration for the people of Yogyakarta?

Brigadier General Bambang Sujarwo expressed admiration for the people of Yogyakarta because of their high level of concern for maintaining security and order during the student demonstrations. He praised their collective effort to keep the city safe and peaceful.

How did the local community, including village officials, contribute to the security during demonstrations?

Village officials and local residents actively participated in securing the demonstrations. They formed community guard groups alongside the TNI, ensuring the protests were peaceful and preventing any potential violence or disruptions.

What was the significance of wearing traditional Yogyakarta clothing during the demonstration?

Wearing traditional Yogyakarta clothing, such as a jarik cloth and a blangkon (headgear), symbolized the cultural identity of the region. It also reflected the peaceful and thoughtful approach of the local community in managing the demonstration.

What were the main demands of the students during their peaceful demonstrations?

The students demanded that the Indonesian House of Representatives revoke certain allowances and ensure the budget is redirected toward the public's interest. They also called for the revision of authoritarian articles in the RKUAP, the return of the National Police to their primary duties, and accountability for the police's actions.

What measures were taken by the Bantul District Attorney's Office in response to the social unrest?

The Bantul District Attorney's Office actively coordinated with various sectors, including the Regional Leadership Communication Forum (Forkopimda), to maintain security stability and create conducive conditions in the Bantul Regency area.

What happened during the arrest of the three minors in Solo?

Three minors were arrested by the police in Solo after they were caught carrying Molotov cocktails during a student demonstration. The police suspected the cocktails were intended to cause disruption. The minors were detained and questioned for being in conflict with the law.

How did the city of Yogyakarta address the issue of river pollution?

The city of Yogyakarta began cleaning its major rivers, including the Code, Winongo, and Gajah Wong rivers, by dredging sediment and removing garbage. This project is part of efforts to maintain ecological balance and improve the rivers' roles in rain drainage and public spaces.

What was the significance of the Jemparingan competition held in Yogyakarta?

The Jemparingan competition, a traditional Javanese archery event, aimed to preserve Yogyakarta's cultural heritage. It brought together local communities and the TNI to strengthen ties while celebrating cultural practices. The event also highlighted the importance of maintaining traditional sports.

How did the Jogja storytelling performance integrate nature into its concept?

The Jogja storytelling performance was held in the Mangunan pine forest to create a unique experience where fairy tales could be enjoyed in a natural setting. This setting was chosen to foster a connection with nature, enhancing the warmth and emotional impact of the stories told to the children.