Pramono Urges MUI to Strengthen Synergy in Maintaining Jakarta’s Harmony
Reported by Dessy Suciati | Translated by
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung commended the strategic role of the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) in maintaining social harmony and diversity in Jakarta.
Assist us in ensuring that religious and social life remains safe, comfortable, peaceful, and harmonious
He made these remarks while attending the inauguration of the MUI board members for city and administrative regency levels across Jakarta at the Balai Agung, Jakarta City Hall, Wednesday (8/12).
"We sincerely hope that the Jakarta MUI, given its strategic position, will greatly assist us in ensuring that religious and social life remains safe, comfortable, peaceful, and harmonious," he expressed.
Suckerfish Handling in South Jakarta is Run in Accordance with MUI RecommendationsHe also reaffirmed the Jakarta government's commitment to providing the widest possible space for religious activities in the city. Further, Pram outlined several religious programs planned by the Jakarta government to commemorate Jakarta's 500th anniversary.
Among these initiatives is the preparation of 1,000 copies of the Al-Qur'an to be distributed to the public for khataman (completing the recitation) and tadarus (communal recitation) activities. The Jakarta government hopes that the MUI’s presence will help keep the capital safe, serene, and comfortable.
Jakarta MUI General Chairman, Muhammad Faiz Syukron Makmun, expressed his admiration for Governor Pramono’s leadership.
According to him, Pramono has successfully embraced all religions by facilitating various religious activities in Jakarta, including the organization of haul (commemorations) for Betawi ulama (scholars) and habaib.
"Under the leadership of Mr. Pramono Anung, we can truly feel the Governor's heartfelt dedication to all religious initiatives aimed at building a Great Indonesia, fostering a just and civilized humanity, and developing both the physical and spiritual well-being of the people," he explained.
He hoped that the MUI would serve as a vehicle for the people's struggle and become a grand home that shelters and nurtures all communities in Jakarta.