Banjarmasin Mayor Monitors Kopdes Merah Putih Development With Military
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| Banjarmasin Mayor HM Yamin HR monitors Kopdes Merah Putih development with military, aiming to strengthen local economy across 52 villages. |
The Banjarmasin City Government continues to accelerate community-based economic development. One of the latest efforts was seen when Mayor H Muhammad Yamin HR, accompanied by Dandim 1007/Banjarmasin Lt. Col. Czi Slamet Riyadi, directly monitored the progress of the Kopdes (Village/Subdistrict Cooperative) Merah Putih development in several areas.
“We monitored two Kopdes developments, located in Tanjung Pagar Subdistrict, South Banjarmasin, and Pemurus Luar Subdistrict, East Banjarmasin,” Yamin said on Friday.
Based on field observations, the construction progress has shown significant improvement. Concrete pillar structures have already begun to stand, indicating the project is moving forward as planned.
Yamin emphasized that this initiative is a strategic collaboration between the Banjarmasin City Government and the Indonesian Military to strengthen the foundation of the people’s economy.
Government And Military Collaboration For Grassroots Economy
According to Yamin, Kopdes Merah Putih is not just a physical infrastructure project, but a key instrument to drive economic equality among communities.
“In line with national directives, Kopdes Merah Putih is prepared to become a driving force for local economic growth and small businesses. We hope the benefits will soon be felt by the community,” he explained.
He also stressed the importance of maintaining construction quality despite tight deadlines, ensuring the buildings can be used sustainably in the long term.
Beyond Savings And Loans, A Distribution And Marketing Hub
In the future, Kopdes Merah Putih in Banjarmasin is designed to have broader functions. It will not only serve as a savings and loan unit but also act as a distribution center for affordable essential goods.
Additionally, it will become a platform for promoting and marketing local community products, helping small and medium enterprises (SMEs) grow faster.
Targeting 52 Subdistricts, Supporting Indonesia Gold 2045
The Banjarmasin City Government aims to expand the Kopdes Merah Putih program across all 52 subdistricts in the city. This initiative aligns with the national vision of achieving Indonesia Gold 2045.
“Cooperatives are an important instrument for community empowerment, where people become the main drivers of economic development,” Yamin stated.
This program also supports the city’s vision of achieving a prosperous and advanced Banjarmasin, while strengthening grassroots-level economic growth.
FAQ
1. What is Kopdes Merah Putih?
Kopdes Merah Putih is a village or subdistrict cooperative aimed at strengthening the local economy through financial services, distribution of essential goods, and product marketing.
2. Where are the monitored locations?
The current developments are in Tanjung Pagar (South Banjarmasin) and Pemurus Luar (East Banjarmasin).
3. What is the main goal of this program?
To promote economic equality and support local small businesses at the grassroots level.
4. How many Kopdes are targeted in Banjarmasin?
The city government aims to establish Kopdes Merah Putih in 52 subdistricts.
5. Who is involved in this initiative?
This program is a collaboration between the Banjarmasin City Government and the Indonesian Military.
