Friday, 01 May 2026
DELI SERDANG | INDATANEWS.COM ~ Deputy Regent of Deli Serdang, Lom Lom Suwondo, highlighted the importance of religious tolerance and harmony while attending the Maha Puja Panguni Uthiram 2026 celebration at Shri Thendayudhabani Temple in Lubuk Pakam on Wednesday evening, April 1, 2026.
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During the event, Lom Lom emphasized that religious holidays are not only a form of worship but also an opportunity to strengthen community values in a diverse society.
"Through this celebration, we hope to nurture individuals with noble character, full of compassion, and capable of fostering peace in social life," he said.Read Also:
He also conveyed the message from Deli Serdang Regent, Dr. H. Asri Ludin Tambunan, urging all citizens to uphold religious freedom and reinforce the spirit of tolerance.
Read Also:The Deli Serdang government records a Hindu population of 2,985 people across 26 places of worship, including 21 temples.
Lom Lom reaffirmed the local government's commitment to supporting all religious and cultural activities that promote unity across ethnicities and faiths.
Read Also:"Happy Panguni Uthiram. May the Almighty bless us all," he added.
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Yanras, chairman of the Parisada Hindu Dharma Indonesia (PHDI) Deli Serdang, reaffirmed the organization's commitment to supporting regional development programs and promoting interreligious harmony.The solemn celebration was attended by Hindu religious leaders, members of the Forum for Interfaith Harmony (FKUB), government officials from Deli Serdang, and citizens of various faiths. (IDNC)
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