Governor Hopes Betawi Clerics' Commemoration Becomes New Jakarta Tradition

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung expressed his hope that the 'Haul Akbar Ulama dan Habaib Betawi,' held for the first time, will become a new tradition for the city's residents. The event, which drew around 20,000 participants, featured communal zikir and shalawat prayers and was organized as part of the celebrations for Jakarta's 499th anniversary.

Speaking at the event in Central Jakarta's Monas Plaza, Governor Anung stated, "This is the first event, and I, as the Governor of Jakarta who initiated this event, hope and pray that this event becomes a new tradition for all of us to offer prayers while remembering the religious leaders and Betawi community figures who have contributed to Jakarta."

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This is the first event, and I, as the Governor of Jakarta who initiated this event, hope and pray that this event becomes a new tradition for all of us to offer prayers while remembering the religious leaders and Betawi community figures who have contributed to Jakarta.

Anung agreed with input from religious leaders and community figures to ensure the event's continuity. He believes commemorating the contributions of ulama and habaib is an act of gratitude and a means to learn from predecessors who laid the foundation for contemporary Jakarta. The governor emphasized that Jakarta, on the eve of its 500th anniversary, should remain a home for diverse ethnicities, religions, cultures, and backgrounds, fostering harmonious coexistence.

The 'Haul Akbar' also served as a significant component of Jakarta's 499th-anniversary commemoration. The governor highlighted the city's long journey and its contributions to the nation's progress, underscoring the importance of inclusivity and unity among its diverse population.

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The long journey has contributed to the nation's journey, especially Jakarta. Therefore, this city must be a home for various ethnicities, religions, cultures, and backgrounds of people so that they can live side by side.