Solo – The 44th Anniversary of the National Crafts Council (Dekranas) and the 52nd Anniversary of the Family Welfare Empowerment Movement (HKG PKK) will be held grandly in Solo, Central Java (Jateng), from May 15-18, 2024. First Lady Iriana Joko Widodo and the wife of Vice President Ma'ruf Amin, Wury Ma'ruf Amin, will attend both events.
The Daily Chairperson of Dekranas, Tri Suswati Tito Karnavian, stated that Solo had been chosen as the location for the 44th Dekranas Anniversary since May last year. The host of the event is the Dekranasda of Central Java Province.
"We will invite all administrators, the First Lady, the General Chairperson of Dekranas, Mrs. Wury Ma'ruf Amin, along with the administrators of the Era Solidarity Action Organization of the Advanced Indonesia Cabinet (OASE KIM), the central administrators of Dekranas, as well as the heads of Dekranas and PKK from all over Indonesia,” said Tri Tito Karnavian to the media at the Lobby of Sriwedari Stadium, Laweyan, Solo, Central Java, on Sunday (12/5/2024).
Tri added that the celebration of the 44th Dekranas Anniversary and the 52nd HKG PKK is held together for efficiency in time and place.
"The Dekranas Anniversary is celebrated every March 3, and the HKG PKK every March 4. Since I am both the Daily Chairperson of Dekranas and the General Chairperson of PKK, for efficiency in all aspects, we decided to hold both events in the same place in Solo and at the same time,” explained Tri.
Additionally, Tri mentioned that this year’s celebration is significantly different from the previous year in Medan, North Sumatra. This year's celebration will feature various activities that will gather more people. In addition to the parade, there will also be exhibitions and cultural performances.
"The event will start from May 15-18, 2024, but on the evening of May 14, 2024, there will be a welcome dinner at Pracima Tuin Mangkunegaran, attended by First Lady Iriana Jokowi and Vice President’s Wife Wury Ma'ruf Amin,” she said.
When asked by reporters about the reason for choosing Solo as the event venue, Tri responded that Solo is easily accessible from many regions in Indonesia. Moreover, in terms of facilities and infrastructure, Solo is considered highly suitable and ready to host a major event.
"Previously, we from the central administration decided on the event locations, which were mostly in Jakarta. However, due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on artisans in the regions, we decided to hold it outside Jakarta, in Medan. After the Medan event, the Central Java Provincial Government requested that the next host be Central Java, specifically Solo, so we are holding it in Solo,” she explained.
On this occasion, Tri also apologized to the people of Solo, as the event will bring many visitors from various regions across Indonesia. She hopes that the people of Solo will enjoy and participate in the celebration of the 44th Dekranas Anniversary and the 52nd HKG PKK.
Here is the schedule for the 44th Dekranas Anniversary in Solo:
1. Thanksgiving and opening of the Dekranas Anniversary Expo at Alila Hotel Solo, Wednesday (15/5/2024).
2. Decorative vehicle, craft, and cultural parade of Dekranas at Sriwedari Stadium - Solo City Hall, Wednesday (15/5/2024).
3. Nusantara fabric fashion show at Sriwedari Park, Solo, Wednesday (15/5/2024).
4. Expo of MSME products fostered by Dekranas and Dekranasda at Pamedan Pura Mangkunegaran, Wednesday – Saturday (15-18/5/2024).
5. Grand night of the Family Welfare Empowerment Movement Anniversary at Pamedan Pura Mangkunegaran, Thursday (16/5/2024).
6. City tour in Solo, Friday (17/5/2024).
7. Closing ceremony of the Dekranas Anniversary at Pamedan Pura Mangkunegaran, Saturday (18/5/2024).
Here is the schedule for the 52nd HKG PKK in Solo:
1. National PKK Cadre Jamboree, May 14-16, 2024, from 09:00 until finished.
2. National PKK Choir Competition, participated by PKK from all provinces in Indonesia, on May 14, 2024, at Balekambang Arts Building.
3. Cooking Competition with Local Carbohydrate Sources (Non-Rice), May 14, 2024, at the Gastronomy Building, participated by TP PKK Provincial Administrators.
4. Creative Handwashing Dance Competition, participated by TP PKK Provincial Representatives, May 14, 2024, at the Amphitheater Puro Mangkunegaran.
5. Welcome Dinner attended by all participants and invited guests, May 14, 2024, from 19:00 – 21:00 at Pracima Tuin Pura Mangkunegaran.
6. Nusantara Cultural Parade Competition, May 16, 2024, from 14:30 – 18:00, with 25 participants from each province. Starting point at Sriwedari Stadium and finishing at Solo City Hall.
7. "Gelari Pelangi” Jingle Creation Competition at Taman Balekambang, May 16, 2024, from 08:00 until finished, participated by TP PKK Provincial Representatives.
8. PKK Cadre Quiz Competition, participated by TP PKK Provincial Representatives, May 16, 2024, from 08:00 until finished at the Gastronomy Building.
9. Grand Night of the 52nd HKG PKK, announcement of competition winners, as well as recognition of outstanding programs and activities, May 16, 2024, from 18:00 until finished at Taman Balekambang.
