Pramono Flags Off 10,000 Runners at Soekarno Run 2026
Reported by Folmer | Translated by Nugroho Adibrata
Approximately 10,000 runners packed the Gelora Bung Karno (GBK) area in Central Jakarta to participate in the Soekarno Run Runniversary 2026, Sunday (2/15).
Jakarta government fully supports the Soekarno Run
The race, which featured 5K and 10K categories, was officially kicked off by Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung.
Pramono stated that the event is more than just a sports competition; it is a national movement aimed at reviving the core values of Indonesia’s founding father, Bung Karno—namely self-reliance, mutual cooperation (gotong royong), and a commitment to the people.
Pramono Affirms Jakarta's Commitment to Building a Sustainable Sports Ecosystem"Jakarta government fully supports the Soekarno Run as an inclusive and healthy public sporting event that carries national values, aligning with Jakarta’s vision as a cultured global city," he expressed.
He highlighted the immense public enthusiasm, noting that the 10,000-strong turnout proves Bung Karno’s legacy remains relevant and beloved across generations. The event also included a "10K Student" category, offering educational scholarships to podium finishers as a form of support for education and future leadership.
Soekarno Run Runniversary 2026 Committee Chairman, Muhammad Syaeful Mujab explained that the event serves as a meeting point between history and the future.
"We didn't just want to host a sporting event; we wanted to provide an experience where 10,000 runners could directly feel the spirit of Bung Karno," he concluded.
