Polda Kepri and PFI Kepri Launch Photo Contest for 80th Bhayangkara Anniversary

BATAM | INDATANEWS.COM – In celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Bhayangkara Anniversary, the Riau Islands Regional Police (Polda Kepri) has partnered with the Indonesian Press Photo Association (PFI Kepri) to launch a photography competition titled "Polri for the Community." The contest is officially open to all residents of the Riau Islands and offers a total prize pool of up to IDR 16 million.

The initiative is part of a broader series of commemorative activities marking the Bhayangkara anniversary and aims to highlight the close relationship between the Indonesian National Police (Polri) and the public through visual storytelling. Participants are encouraged to capture meaningful moments from police activities, particularly those related to public service, social engagement, and humanitarian work.

Promoting Humanistic Police Imagery

PFI Kepri Chairman Tommy Purniawan emphasized that the competition is designed not only as a contest but also as a creative platform for the public. According to him, photography plays a vital role in shaping strong visual narratives that reflect the interaction between police officers and society.

He invited photographers, journalists, students, and the general public to document Polri's daily activities that demonstrate service, dedication, and care for the community. Each submitted work, he added, should present an honest, humanistic, and inspiring perspective beyond technical quality alone.

Open Participation and Prize Pool

Organizers have prepared attractive cash prizes for the winners. The first prize is set at IDR 7.5 million, followed by IDR 5 million for second place and IDR 3.5 million for third place. Winners will also receive trophies as recognition of their work.

The prize structure is intended to encourage participants to produce high-quality photographic works that are both artistically and documentary valuable, while also fostering greater interest in photography across the Batam region.

Submission Rules and Technical Requirements

Tommy further explained that the competition is open to all individuals regardless of profession. However, submissions must consist of single photographs taken using digital cameras such as DSLR or mirrorless devices. Smartphone images are not eligible.

All entries must meet a minimum resolution of 3,000 pixels on the longest side and must include EXIF data as proof of authenticity. Submitted photographs must also have been taken within the past year and must be original works by the participants.

The shooting period begins on July 1, 2025, and will close at the end of the submission deadline.

The collaboration between Polda Kepri and PFI Kepri is expected to strengthen ties between the police and the media while encouraging public participation in documenting policing activities from a more human-centered perspective. It also serves as an educational visual platform for the public to better understand the diverse roles of law enforcement in everyday life. (IDNC)

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