The celebration of Indonesia’s 80th Independence Day at the National Monument (Monas) in Jakarta was a joyous occasion filled with cultural parades and heartfelt expressions of hope for the future of the nation. Citizens from various regions came together to celebrate and create a sense of unity and patriotism.
Aryati, a resident of Karanganyar Subdistrict, Sawah Besar District, expressed her gratitude for being a part of the parade and her excitement for the event. She shared her hope for Indonesia to progress and prosper, emphasizing the importance of a prosperous future for all Indonesian people. She also offered a prayer for President Prabowo Subianto, wishing him health and prosperity, along with peace and harmony for all Indonesian citizens.
Her companion echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the importance of positive changes that benefit all Indonesians and promote unity and safety. They both highlighted the need to avoid conflicts between different ethnic groups and religions, emphasizing the importance of brotherhood and unity.
Another resident, Satim from Kampung Rawa, Johar Baru, Central Jakarta, expressed his happiness and pride in participating in the celebration. He shared his hopes for Indonesia to achieve even greater success, progress, prosperity, and welfare under strong leadership that truly serves the people.
For these citizens, being present at Monas during Indonesia’s Independence Day celebration was not just about festivities, but also about expressing their love for the nation and their collective hope for lasting peace and prosperity.
