Majalengka school building's condition goes viral, contrasted with new kitchen

A striking image circulating on social media has brought the condition of SDN II Gandawesi in Ligung District, Majalengka Regency, into sharp focus. The photograph starkly contrasts the crumbling, dilapidated state of the school building with the adjacent, newly constructed MBG kitchen, creating a visual disparity described as being like "heaven and earth." This stark difference has understandably garnered significant attention from the public and various stakeholders.

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I just take the positive side. Maybe because it is adjacent to a building that looks new and good, the comparison is quite striking.

Nina Sophia, the principal of SDN II Gandawesi, has responded to the viral post with a measured approach. While acknowledging the striking visual comparison, she urged for a positive perspective, emphasizing that the perceived difference is amplified by the proximity to the new structure. Crucially, she clarified that the process for requesting repairs for the damaged classrooms had been initiated even before she assumed her role as principal on March 9, 2026. The Majalengka Regency Education Office has since responded, and measurements for the three damaged classrooms were taken before the Lebaran holiday as part of the repair process.

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The repair request for the classrooms had been submitted even before I became principal on March 9, 2026. The process is already being responded to by the Education Office.

Beyond local government attention, the plight of SDN II Gandawesi has also reached the national level. School officials have been contacted by a team from the Ministry of Education, who are expected to visit the site soon for verification. Muhamad Umar Ma’ruf, the Head of the Majalengka Regency Education Office, has assured that SDN II Gandawesi is included in this year's priority repair program. He further stated that the office is actively engaging with the central government to enhance the quality of education in Majalengka, aiming for improvements that make the region "even better."

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There is already attention from the office. It's just a matter of follow-up. I've only been here a short time, but the application process was already underway.

The Education Office has secured program support from the central government, including school revitalization initiatives and presidential aid allocated for 2026. This multi-level governmental attention offers a glimmer of hope that the much-needed repairs and improvements to the educational facilities at SDN II Gandawesi will be realized promptly. The expectation is that these enhancements will ultimately create a safer and more conducive learning environment for the students.

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We are continuously making efforts to engage with the central government to improve the quality of education in Majalengka Regency so that it becomes even better.