Indonesian Lawyers Denounce Quran Memorization-Alcohol Challenge at Festival

An alliance of lawyers in Bandung, Indonesia, has strongly condemned an incident that occurred at a music festival, where a challenge reportedly linked memorization of the Quran with the exchange for alcoholic beverages. The Aliansi Advokat Bandung Bergerak (AABB) expressed outrage over the event, which took place on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at The Sounds Project festival.

The group criticized the nature of the challenge, which they described as disrespectful and inappropriate, particularly concerning religious texts. The AABB emphasized that actions perceived as insulting to religious values cannot be simply dismissed or resolved with a superficial apology. They are demanding a more serious response to the situation.

While the article mentions the lawyers' stance and their demand for accountability, details regarding the specific nature of the challenge and the response from festival organizers or other parties are limited. The alliance's statement indicates a desire for a more substantial resolution than a simple apology, suggesting a call for further action or consequences for those involved in organizing or perpetuating such acts.