KBRN, Jakarta: The National Handicraft Council (Dekranas) held a social service program and an affordable market bazaar at Rumah Kriya Asri, South Jakarta, on Sunday (3/3/2024). This event was organized to commemorate the 44th anniversary of Dekranas and to foster social awareness among the community.

The Chairperson of the 44th Dekranas Anniversary Committee, Loemongga Agus Gumiwang, stated that in addition to the affordable grocery bazaar, a thanksgiving event for Dekranas' anniversary was also held. Today's series of activities were supported by the Ministry of Industry and the Ministry of Trade.

"We are providing 500 grocery packages worth approximately Rp250,000, but they can be purchased for only Rp50,000. These packages are given to residents around Rumah Kriya Asri Dekranas in collaboration with local neighborhood and community leaders (RT, RW) and the local police station,” said Loemongga.

She mentioned that the main event of the 44th Dekranas Anniversary will be held in Solo on May 14-15, 2024. The event will feature MSMEs from all over Indonesia, a cultural parade, and more.

"There will be approximately 278 booths, and the event will take place at the courtyard of Pura Mangkunegaran. The highlight of the event will be the cultural parade,” she said.

Meanwhile, the Daily Chairperson of Dekranas, Tri Tito Karnavian, stated that Dekranas operates under the guidance of the First Lady, Iriana Joko Widodo. Dekranas will continue to organize other activities to help a broader community.

"Tomorrow, March 4, together with the First Lady, we will distribute 20 tons of rice to the people in Bogor Regency. There will also be an affordable market initiative in collaboration with Bapanas,” she said.