Tuesday, 26 May 2026
LABUHANBATU SELATAN | INDATANEWS.COM - The Regent of Labuhanbatu Selatan, Fery Syahputra Simatupang, conducted a working visit to Janji Raja Hamlet in Hutagodang Village, Sungai Kanan District, on Sunday, May 24, 2026. The visit was marked by a warm and informal interaction with local residents, including a communal lunch without official protocol barriers.
Residents welcomed the Regent with enthusiasm, creating a friendly and intimate atmosphere throughout the visit. The community took the opportunity to share their hopes, aspirations, and suggestions regarding local development."I was grateful to have lunch together with the people of Janji Raja today. The atmosphere was simple, warm, and felt very close," said Fery Syahputra Simatupang.
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Following the shared meal, the Regent continued his visit with an open dialogue session with residents. Various community issues and development priorities for Sungai Kanan District were discussed in a relaxed and constructive setting.
Read Also:The residents viewed the discussion as an important opportunity to directly communicate their needs and expectations to the local government.
Emotional Moment with a Child Named After Leaders
The visit also featured a touching moment when the Regent met a 15-month-old child named "Fery Syahdian," a name inspired by both the Regent and Vice Regent Syahdian Purba Siboro."For me, this is not just a name. It is a prayer, a hope, and a reflection of the closeness between leaders and the community," the Regent said.
Read Also:He also offered prayers for the child's future, wishing him good health, intelligence, and success in life.
Strengthening Community Engagement
Read Also:At the end of the visit, the Regent expressed his gratitude for the warm reception from the people of Sungai Kanan. He emphasized that direct engagement with citizens remains a key priority for the local government.
"Thank you for the warm welcome in Sungai Kanan. Encounters like this give us energy to continue working for the people of Labuhanbatu Selatan," he added.
The visit is part of ongoing efforts by the local administration to strengthen direct communication with communities in rural areas. (IDNC)REPORTER: Dalil Harahap | EDITOR: Fik Sagala
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