87th Graduation Ceremony Features BNN Address on Importance of Drug-Free Generation
The Head of the National Narcotics Board (BNN), Commissioner General of Police Dr. (H.C.) Suyudi Ario Seto, highlighted the importance of a healthy, resilient, and drug-free youth in realising the ‘Indonesia Emas 2045’ vision. Speaking during the 87th graduation ceremony of Tarumanagara University (Untar) at the Jakarta Convention Centre on Saturday, he noted that universities play a strategic role in maintaining the quality of Indonesia’s future human resources.
During his oration, titled ‘The Strategic Role of the Younger Generation in Realising Indonesia Emas 2045’, Suyudi emphasised that narcotics threats do not only impact individuals but can also weaken the quality of the nation’s future generations. He urged the youth to act as agents of change through anti-drug education, digital literacy agents through the spread of positive content, and problem solvers for social issues.
The ceremony saw the graduation of 2,576 students across undergraduate, professional, master’s, and doctoral programmes. The Rector of Untar, Prof. Dr. Amad Sudiro, stated that graduates must be adaptive to technological advancements and global dynamics, possessing both academic excellence and social character. He noted that Untar has entered into an MoU with the BNN to create ‘Bersinar’ (Drug-Free) campuses.
Prof. Ariawan Gunadi, Chairman of the Tarumanagara Foundation and Expert Staff to the BNN, added that the university supports BNN’s efforts to create drug-free campuses. He also mentioned ongoing discussions regarding the regulation of electronic cigarettes (vapes) due to findings of narcotics indicators in some products, noting that such restrictions are also implemented in countries like Singapore.
The event was also attended by the Head of the Higher Education Service Institution (LLDikti) Region III, Dr. Henri Togar Hasiholan Tambunan, who reminded graduates that education should manifest in real actions that benefit society. The ceremony also featured cultural performances, including the ‘Muli Sambaian’ dance from Lampung, reflecting the university’s commitment to preserving Indonesian heritage.