Pegadaian Supports Mass Wedding for Dozens of Couples in Medan, Demonstrating Strong Government Synergy

MEDAN | INDATANEWS.COM – The Medan Office of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, in collaboration with PT Pegadaian Regional Office I Medan, the Indonesian Association of Marriage Registrars (APRI), and the Medan City Government, organized a mass wedding ceremony at Lapangan Merdeka on Monday, May 4, 2026. The event proceeded smoothly, marked by a solemn yet emotional atmosphere.

Dozens of couples officially tied the knot in a simultaneous ceremony. The program aims to provide easier access to legally recognized marriages while promoting the formation of stable and harmonious families.

Cross-Institutional Collaboration

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Head of Pegadaian Helvetia Branch, Ranita Magdalena Fitriani Sitanggang, emphasized that the event represents a successful collaboration among multiple institutions.

"This initiative reflects strong synergy between the government, religious institutions, and Pegadaian in delivering direct benefits to the community. Pegadaian fully supports this mass wedding as part of our social responsibility," she stated on behalf of PT Pegadaian Regional Office I Medan.

Solemn and Emotional Ceremony

The wedding procession was carried out in a solemn and heartfelt atmosphere. Brides and grooms appeared in elegant white attire, accompanied by their families and witnesses.

Marriage registrars from APRI officiated the ceremonies, ensuring that all proceedings complied with both religious and legal requirements. For the couples, the occasion marked a deeply meaningful milestone as they formally entered married life.

Promoting Awareness of Legal Marriage

Beyond its ceremonial significance, the event also served as a platform for public education and social support, particularly for couples requiring assistance in formalizing their marriages.

"We hope this initiative will help more people and raise awareness about the importance of legally registered marriages. At the same time, it strengthens family values within the community. We congratulate all couples on their new journey," Ranita added. (IDNC)

REPORTER: Darmailawati | EDITOR: Fik Sagala

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