RILISINFO.COM – Solo, The 44th Anniversary of the National Crafts Council (Dekranas) and the 52nd Commemoration of the Family Welfare Empowerment Movement (HKG PKK) will be grandly celebrated in Solo, Central Java (Jateng), on 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 was chosen as the location for the 44th Dekranas Anniversary celebration since May last year. The host of the event is the Central Java Provincial Dekranasda.

“We will invite all board members, including the First Lady, the General Chairperson of Dekranas, Mrs. Wury Ma’ruf Amin, along with members of the Solidarity Action Organization for the Advanced Indonesia Cabinet Era (OASE KIM), the central Dekranas board, 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 44th Dekranas Anniversary celebration and the 52nd HKG PKK commemoration were held together for efficiency in time and location.

“Dekranas Anniversary is celebrated every March 3, and HKG PKK every March 4. Since I am the Daily Chairperson of Dekranas as well as the General Chairperson of PKK, for efficiency in all aspects, we decided to hold both events at the same place in Solo and at the same time,” Tri explained.

Furthermore, Tri mentioned that this year's celebration is significantly different from the previous year in Medan, North Sumatra. This year, the event will feature various activities that gather more participants. In addition to a parade, there will also be exhibitions and art performances.

“The event starts on May 15-18, 2024, but on the evening of May 14, 2024, there will be a gala 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 journalists about the choice of Solo as the event location, Tri explained that Solo is easily accessible from many regions across Indonesia. Additionally, the city's infrastructure and facilities are considered very suitable and ready to host a major event.

“Previously, such events were usually determined by the central committee and were often held in Jakarta. However, due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which greatly affected craftsmen in the regions, we decided to hold it outside Jakarta, in Medan. After that, the Central Java Provincial Government requested to be the next host, specifically in Solo, so we are holding it here,” she explained.

On this occasion, Tri also apologized to the people of Solo, as the city will be crowded with visitors from various regions across Indonesia during the event. She also hopes that the people of Solo will enjoy and participate in the 44th Dekranas Anniversary and the 52nd HKG PKK commemoration.

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. Parade of decorated cars, crafts, and Dekranas culture 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 completion.

2. National PKK Choir Competition. This competition will be participated in by PKK representatives from all provinces in Indonesia, on May 14, 2024, at Balekambang Art Building.

3. Cooking Competition for Local Food Menu with Non-Rice Carbohydrate Sources, on May 14, 2024, at the Gastronomy Building, participated by TP PKK Provincial Board members.

4. Creative Gymnastics Competition for 6-Step Handwashing, participated by TP PKK Provincial Board representatives, on May 14, 2024, at the Amphitheater Puro Mangkunegaran.

5. Welcome Dinner attended by all participants and invited guests, on 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, involving 25 participants from each province. The starting point is at Sriwedari Stadium, finishing at Solo City Hall.

7. “Gelari Pelangi” Jingle Creation Competition at Balekambang Park, May 16, 2024, from 08.00 until completion, participated by TP PKK Provincial Board representatives.

8. PKK Cadre Quiz Competition, participated by TP PKK Provincial Board representatives, on May 16, 2024, from 08.00 until completion at the Gastronomy Building.

9. Grand Night of the 52nd HKG PKK event, announcement of competition winners, and appreciation awards for outstanding programs and activities at both group and individual levels, on May 16, 2024, from 18.00 until completion at Balekambang Park. (Wan)