Jakarta, – Welcoming the holy month of Ramadan, the National Crafts Council (Dekranas) held the 'Affordable Basic Food Bazaar' as part of the 44th Dekranas Anniversary celebration.

The event took place on Sunday, (3/3/2024) at Rumah Kriya Asri Dekranas, Jl. Ampera Raya No.1000, South Jakarta.

The event was attended and officially opened by Dekranas Chairperson Wury Ma’ruf Amin, accompanied by Dekranas Executive Chairperson Tri Tito Karnavian and the 44th Dekranas Anniversary Celebration Committee Chairperson Loemongga Agus Gumiwang, as well as several Dekranas officials and local residents.

In her speech, Loemongga stated, "This affordable basic food bazaar aims to provide local communities around Rumah Kriya Asri Dekranas with access to essential food supplies at affordable prices.

"This is our way of appreciating the community for supporting our efforts in promoting national craftsmanship,” she added.

The Chairperson of the 44th Dekranas Anniversary Social Service, Liza Mustafa, explained that this event is part of a series of celebrations leading up to the peak event on May 15, 2024, in Solo.

With the theme 'Growing Together, Advancing the Nation’s Heritage,' the 44th Dekranas Anniversary aims to foster unity among Indonesian artisans.

Through various activities such as training, mentoring, exhibitions, and access to financing, Dekranas strives to create a creative entrepreneurial ecosystem for Indonesian artisans.

This event serves as a concrete step in supporting Indonesian artisans while promoting the spirit of solidarity and sharing during the holy month of Ramadan.

"Through the Affordable Basic Food Bazaar, we hope to make a positive contribution to Dekranas’s mission and role. The Affordable Basic Food Bazaar is a valuable effort to ease the economic burden of the community, especially in obtaining essential goods at affordable prices,” said Wury during the opening.

This affordable basic food initiative is intended for around 500 residents who have received distribution coupons from local neighborhood heads.

Essential goods are available in total packages worth IDR 250,000, which can be purchased for only IDR 50,000.

"Join us in celebrating and sharing the blessings of Ramadan through the Affordable Basic Food Bazaar. Let’s be part of a movement to promote national crafts and strengthen the community’s economy,” added Loemongga. (Release)