Ahmad Luthfi Asserts National MTQ Opening in Central Java Will Not Be Exclusive
Luthfi expressed this commitment while inspecting the readiness of the opening ceremony venue. He stated that he does not want this major religious event to appear closed or restricted to a specific group.
“Without reducing the procession of the delegations or other elements, our community should be allowed to enter so that it does not appear exclusive,” Luthfi said in a written statement on Friday (11/09/2026).
During the field inspection, Luthfi was accompanied by the Regional Secretary (Sekda) of Central Java Province, Sumarno. The two inspected the suitability of the main stage and the rows of delegation tents in the Simpang Lima area. The inspection also targeted several supporting facilities in the courtyard of the Central Java Governor’s Office.
Following the inspection, Luthfi immediately led a final readiness meeting with the organising committee. The meeting was also attended by the Vice Governor of Central Java, Taj Yasin Maimoen. The Governor re-instructed the committee to provide spacious and adequate space for the general public.
The involvement of the wider community is considered an important indicator of Central Java’s success as the host. Supporting facilities have been requested to be maximised immediately so that residents who cannot be accommodated in the main area can still follow the proceedings.
“If necessary, the videotron at the Regional Police Headquarters (Polda) should also be turned on,” he added.
In addition to opening public access as widely as possible, Luthfi requested that the committee guarantee the comfort of all delegations. Maximum service must be provided from the moment participants arrive, throughout the competition, until they return to their home regions. Cross-agency coordination has been requested to be strengthened to ensure the Ta’aruf night and the opening ceremony proceed in an orderly manner.
Vice Governor and Chairman of the Quran Recitation Development Institute (LPTQ) of Central Java, Taj Yasin Maimoen, ensured that preparations are nearing 100 per cent. His office is now focused on conducting dress rehearsals and finalising adjustments to public areas.
“There are slight changes so that the general public can attend and enjoy the event directly at Simpang Lima on Saturday night,” said Taj Yasin.
The committee is confirmed to utilise videotron facilities at several strategic points around the Simpang Lima area. These large screens will broadcast the opening ceremony live. This facility has been intentionally prepared to accommodate the enthusiasm of residents wishing to see the gathering of Al-Qur’an experts.
“The videotrons have been prepared; we just need to upload the information later so the public is aware,” he explained.
Meanwhile, the Regional Secretary of Central Java, Sumarno, emphasised that all facilities have been maximised through the use of provincial government assets. All Regional Government Organisations (OPD) have also been specifically tasked to assist the delegations. This step has been taken to ensure the complete comfort of all participants throughout the National MTQ event.