Saturday, 11 July 2026
BATAM | INDATANEWS.COM – The Class IIA Batam Correctional Facility held a solemn ceremony on Tuesday, May 20, 2026, to commemorate the 118th National Awakening Day (Hari Kebangkitan Nasional). The event took place at the facility's main courtyard and was attended by both staff members and inmates in a respectful and orderly atmosphere.
The ceremony was led by a structural official from Lapas Batam serving as the ceremony inspector. The proceedings ran in an orderly manner, beginning with a general salute followed by the reading of the official speech from the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia.Under the theme "Preserve the Seeds of the Nation for State Sovereignty," the message emphasized the importance of national unity amid rapid digital transformation.
Read Also:In the address, the government highlighted that National Awakening Day serves as a crucial reminder to revive the spirit of unity and to confront the challenges of the modern era. The younger generation, in particular, was underscored as a key driving force in strengthening the country's sovereignty and independence.
Strengthening Solidarity and Digital Competence
Read Also:This year's commemoration calls on all segments of society to carry forward the spirit of national renewal. The initiative is encouraged through stronger social solidarity, improved digital literacy, and active contributions to national development across various sectors of life.
Integrity and Public Service Improvement
Read Also:The Head of Lapas Batam, Yosafat Rizanto, emphasized the importance of this historic occasion for all personnel. He stressed that integrity, professionalism, and the quality of public services must be continuously improved.
"This occasion reminds us to preserve unity, strengthen our commitment, and deliver the best possible performance in the correctional system," said Yosafat Rizanto.
Promoting National Awareness in CorrectionsThrough the 118th National Awakening Day ceremony, Lapas Batam aims to further strengthen national awareness within the institution. The initiative is expected to contribute to the development of a progressive, independent, and competitive Indonesia. (IDNC)
Read Also:REPORTER: Dalil Harahap | EDITOR: Fik Sagala
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