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| Palangka Raya Mayor Fairid Naparin praised residents for maintaining harmony during Easter, highlighting strong religious tolerance and unity across the city. |
Palangka Raya — Palangka Raya Mayor Fairid Naparin expressed appreciation to residents for maintaining a harmonious and peaceful atmosphere during the Easter celebrations. The smooth and orderly observance reflected the strong spirit of religious tolerance within the community of Palangka Raya, Central Kalimantan.
According to Fairid, Easter is not only a religious moment for Christians but also an opportunity to strengthen unity and brotherhood among diverse communities.
“Easter is not only a religious moment for Christians, but also an opportunity to strengthen brotherhood and togetherness within our diverse society,” Fairid said in Palangka Raya on Monday.
Now serving his second term as mayor, Fairid noted that the mutual respect shown by residents has become an essential foundation for maintaining regional stability. He emphasized that such attitudes represent the real-life implementation of Pancasila values, the national motto Bhinneka Tunggal Ika (Unity in Diversity), and the local philosophy of Huma Betang, which has long guided communities in Central Kalimantan.
Community And Security Synergy Key To Safe Celebrations
Fairid stated that the peaceful atmosphere during Easter celebrations was the result of collaboration among residents, religious leaders, and security personnel. Their coordinated efforts ensured that all worship activities were conducted safely and smoothly.
He highlighted that this cooperation played a vital role in creating a secure environment for Christians observing Easter services.
“The local government highly appreciates the active role of residents in maintaining order and harmony during Easter celebrations. This shows that values of tolerance and mutual cooperation remain strong,” he explained.
Fairid also expressed hope that the spirit of unity seen during Easter would continue in daily life. Maintaining unity despite differences, he said, is an important part of Indonesia’s national identity.
“Diversity is our strength. By respecting one another and maintaining tolerance, we can continue building Palangka Raya into a more advanced, safe, and prosperous city,” he added.
Officials Conduct Direct Monitoring During Easter Night
To ensure that celebrations remained safe and orderly, the mayor, along with members of the Regional Leadership Coordination Forum (Forkopimda), conducted direct monitoring during the Easter weekend.
The monitoring took place at the Public Cemetery (TPU) located on Jalan Tjilik Riwut Km 12, one of the central locations for Easter night activities in the city.
During the visit, Fairid was accompanied by regional officials, including representatives from the Central Kalimantan Police and Palangka Raya Police Department, to ensure that all worship activities proceeded safely.
Fairid emphasized that the presence of government officials and security personnel was not merely supervisory but also a symbol of solidarity with the community.
“Personally and on behalf of the Palangka Raya City Government, I would like to wish a Happy Easter to all residents celebrating,” he said.
He added that the monitoring activity also served as an opportunity to strengthen relationships with residents while reinforcing the government’s commitment to preserving religious harmony.
“Yesterday’s monitoring was more than just supervision—it was also a gesture of friendship and a sign of our commitment to maintaining diversity together with the community,” he noted.
Tolerance As A Foundation For Regional Development
Social observers and public policy analysts believe that social stability built on community harmony serves as a crucial foundation for regional development. When communities live peacefully and respect one another, development programs can be implemented more effectively.
Palangka Raya is widely recognized as a city with a high level of diversity, where people of various religious and cultural backgrounds live side by side. This diversity makes tolerance one of the city’s greatest strengths in maintaining unity.
With the successful implementation of peaceful Easter celebrations, local authorities hope the spirit of tolerance will not only emerge during religious events but also become a lasting culture in everyday life.
FAQ
1. Who is the current Mayor of Palangka Raya?
The current Mayor of Palangka Raya is Fairid Naparin, who is serving his second term in office.
2. What message did the mayor deliver during Easter?
He expressed appreciation to residents for maintaining harmony and ensuring peaceful Easter celebrations.
3. Why is religious tolerance important in Palangka Raya?
Because the city is culturally and religiously diverse, tolerance plays a vital role in maintaining stability and unity.
4. Where did officials conduct Easter night monitoring?
Monitoring took place at the Public Cemetery on Jalan Tjilik Riwut Km 12 in Palangka Raya.
5. What is the government’s hope after Easter celebrations?
Authorities hope the spirit of unity and tolerance continues in daily life beyond religious celebrations.