Wednesday, 16 September 2026
LABUHANBATU SELATAN | INDATANEWS.COM ~ Amid increasingly complex social and security challenges, Police Chief AKP Maruli Tua Siregar, S.H., M.H., and Subdistrict Head Mirwan Sentosa Siregar emphasized a holistic approach to maintaining public order that prioritizes social closeness, cultural values, and mutual trust alongside law enforcement.
On Saturday, April 25, 2026, a gathering was held at Café Pinang Raja 2 in Kota Pinang, bringing together government officials, security forces, community leaders, and residents in a warm and familiar atmosphere.Silaturahmi as a Strategic Approach to Public Security
Read Also:The meeting served not only as a formal exchange but also as a strategic platform to strengthen cross-sector communication and develop sustainable efforts to maintain public order and security (Kamtibmas). Open dialogue between police, local administration, and the public highlighted the importance of direct communication in building trust and regional stability.
AKP Maruli Tua Siregar stressed collective responsibility, saying, "This silaturahmi not only strengthens personal relations but is also a strategic step toward creating a safe and controlled security environment."
Read Also:Cultural Values Strengthened Through Traditional Ulos
During the event, representatives of the Nainggolan and Siregar clans presented a traditional Ulos cloth to the police chief. In Batak culture, Ulos symbolizes respect, prayer, and moral support for leaders.
This gesture reflects the vital role of local traditions in strengthening relations between the state and society, with cultural heritage remaining a foundation of social harmony in North Sumatra.
Subdistrict Head, Mirwan Sentosa Siregar, demonstrated an active and community-oriented approach by maintaining direct dialogue with residents. Together with religious and community leaders, public concerns are collected and addressed collaboratively.
"The government must be present, listen, and respond. Through good communication, all issues can be solved together," he said.Religious leaders also reaffirmed their support for programs promoting harmony, ethics, and solidarity.
The event was attended by Danramil 11 Kotapinang Hendra Gunawan, Camat Khairul Efendi Batu Bara, DPRD member Zulkifli Nasution, Andi Syahputra Lubis, S.H., M.H., and other local figures.The meeting highlighted that security can only be achieved through shared responsibility among all elements of society. In an era of rapid information flow, a humanistic leadership and security approach is essential for strengthening social cohesion and preventing conflict. (IDNC)
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