Hundreds Protest, Demand Closure of Nightclub Alleged to Host Gay Parties

Hundreds of residents and members of various Islamic organizations in Karawang Regency, West Java, demonstrated on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, calling for the permanent closure of a nightclub. The protesters allege that the entertainment venue has been used as a location for gay parties, sparking public outrage.

The demonstration, which took place in front of the Karawang Regency government office, was organized by a coalition of Islamic organizations, NGOs, and local clerics. The catalyst for the protest was a viral video circulating on social media that purportedly showed a gay party taking place at the nightclub. This video has reportedly caused significant distress within the community.

Cecep Jasim, the coordinator of the protest, stated that the demonstration was a reflection of the community's concern for the social and moral well-being of Karawang's youth. "Going forward, we must care, so that there is no longer a destroyed morality. The illegality of a place must be a shared concern so that everything runs according to the rules," Jasim said.

The protesters are demanding that the Karawang Regency government permanently shut down the nightclub. They also urged the police to conduct a thorough investigation into the alleged violations occurring at the venue. The demonstrators emphasized the need for authorities to ensure that all establishments operate in accordance with existing regulations, aiming to prevent future occurrences that could harm the moral fabric of the community.