PSI Yogyakarta Chairman Aims to Recruit from Rival Parties

The Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI) is making a determined push in Yogyakarta, as evidenced by the recent meeting between party chairman Kaesang Pangarep and former Gunung Kidul Regent Sunaryanta. Pangarep's directive to Sunaryanta, now the PSI Chairman for Yogyakarta, is clear: strengthen the party's structure and aggressively recruit new members to increase its electoral footprint.

Sunaryanta, a retired Army officer who previously served as Regent of Gunung Kidul, has embraced this challenge. His appointment in January 2026 signals PSI's strategic focus on this key region. His plan to lure senior politicians from established parties like PDI-Perjuangan and PAN highlights a bold strategy to gain traction in areas traditionally dominated by rivals.

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Salah satunya membenahi struktur partai demi membesarkan PSI.

While PSI secured only one provincial legislative seat in Yogyakarta in the previous election, Sunaryanta's optimism is palpable. He believes that by mobilizing existing resources and leveraging his own political experience and network, the party can achieve its ambitious goal of securing at least one seat in every electoral district in the 2029 legislative elections. This recruitment drive, including reaching out to sympathizers and volunteers, underscores PSI's commitment to a grassroots expansion.

From a local perspective, this move by PSI is significant. It reflects a national political landscape where parties are constantly seeking to expand their reach and influence. Sunaryanta's background, including his past roles as an aide to high-ranking military officials, adds a layer of credibility to his political endeavors. The party's efforts to consolidate its position in Yogyakarta, a region with diverse political strongholds, will be closely watched as a barometer of PSI's national ambitions.

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Kami punya ambisi satu daerah pemilihan dapat satu kursi pada pemilu legislatif 2029.