PDIP Sues Zulfan Lindan and Recalls August 2025 Protests

The Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) has officially filed a lawsuit against politician Zulfan Lindan and the media company PT Temukan Perspektif Indonesia, which operates Total Politik, at the South Jakarta District Court. The party alleges unlawful acts, with the lawsuit formally registered by PDIP cadre Abdul Rohman on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.

The legal action was triggered by statements made by Zulfan Lindan, who accused the party of intentionally attacking the government by orchestrating a wave of large-scale demonstrations in August 2025. Ronny Talapessy, Chairman of the PDI Perjuangan DPP, strongly refuted Lindan's accusations, calling them irresponsible and unverified. "Therefore, we are taking this legal step as our legal right. This is important so that we are more careful in making statements, especially speculative, unverifiable, and sensational ones," Talapessy stated.

Before pursuing legal action, PDI Perjuangan reportedly issued a legal warning (somasi) to the defendants. The party also lodged a complaint with the Press Council and submitted a right of reply for publication by Total Politik. However, PDI Perjuangan asserts that Total Politik and Zulfan Lindan failed to comply with the Press Council's recommendations.

The article also provides a background on the August 2025 demonstrations, which began as protests against government and parliamentary policies, including a proposed increase in allowances for members of parliament. Public tension escalated following a tragic incident where an online motorcycle taxi driver died after being run over by a tactical vehicle during the protests.

Key points from the demonstrations include a controversy over parliamentary salaries, with reports suggesting members could earn up to 100 million rupiah per month, including housing allowances. This sparked public criticism, with some demanding the dissolution of parliament. The article also details the chronology of the mass action from August 25-31, 2025, noting clashes between protesters and security forces.

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Therefore, we are taking this legal step as our legal right. This is important so that we are more careful in making statements, especially speculative, unverifiable, and sensational ones.