Bandung Regent Praised for Working Through Slander

Bandung Regent Dadang Supriatna is being lauded for his steadfast commitment to his work amidst a barrage of slander and political attacks. Toto Izul Fatah, Executive Director of Citra Komunikasi LSI, highlighted that a leader's true mettle is tested not in comfort, but under pressure.

"A leader is tested not when everything is going smoothly, but precisely when they face pressure. This is a normal and natural process that the Bandung Regent is going through with fortitude and patience," Fatah stated. He observed that despite various accusations and slanders, Supriatna has chosen not to expend energy on polemics.

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A leader is tested not when everything is going smoothly, but precisely when they face pressure. This is a normal and natural process that the Bandung Regent is going through with fortitude and patience.

Instead, Supriatna has focused on practical matters, visiting the field to resolve issues like flooding and undertaking projects that directly benefit the community. One such initiative mentioned is the normalization of the Cilisungan River in the Tegalluar area. "This is the choice of a leader, the people's interest above personal interest," Fatah emphasized.

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This is the choice of a leader, the people's interest above personal interest.

Fatah further commented on the ongoing legal process concerning PT Bandung Daya Sentosa, urging respect for the ongoing legal proceedings and cautioning against forcing someone into becoming a suspect. He stressed that criminal accountability must be proven by facts, authority, actions, and evidence, and should not be used for political judgment before legal proof is established.

"The most important thing is that this issue should not cause the wheels of the Bandung Regency government to stop. KDS (Dadang Supriatna) seems to choose a simple principle: let the legal process run its course, while service to the people must continue," Fatah explained. He believes Supriatna's approach, which prioritizes public service while legal matters are addressed through due process, is an inspiration for other regional heads.

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The most important thing is that this issue should not cause the wheels of the Bandung Regency government to stop. KDS seems to choose a simple principle: let the legal process run its course, while service to the people must continue.