Bali Regional Parliament Urges Citizens Not to Fall for Provocative Narratives on Nyepi on Social Media
Deputy Chairman of the Bali Regional Parliament (DPRD) I Komang Nova Sewi Putra has expressed hope that Bali residents will not be swayed by provocative narratives circulating on social media regarding the Holy Day of Nyepi, which is predicted to coincide with the takbiran night of Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijriyah.
Nova is confident that Muslims living in Bali already understand that religious harmony among different faiths runs very deep. “Those who have lived in Bali for a long time and have settled here properly will certainly understand the situation and conditions,” Nova said at the DPRD Bali office on Thursday (12 March 2026).
He observed that many remarks and narratives with provocative undertones are circulating on social media. Nova called on people to verify whether such account profiles genuinely belong to Bali residents or are merely seeking sensation.
“Our hope is that our people in Bali will not be provoked, because here in Bali, people of different faiths already understand and respect each other,” said the Democrat politician.
DPRD Bali’s Security Recommendations for Nyepi-Eid al-Fitr
The Bali Regional Parliament views the joint appeal issued by the Bali Forum for Religious Harmony (FKUB) regarding Nyepi, which may coincide with takbiran night on Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijriyah, as precautionary in nature.
This was conveyed by the Chairman of DPRD Bali Commission I, I Nyoman Budiutama, whilst presenting the results of recommendations from a coordination meeting on security and order ahead of Nyepi and Eid al-Fitr at the DPRD Bali office on Thursday (12 March 2026).
“This appeal is thus precautionary and intended to prevent future problems, so people including the Hindu Council (PHDI) should be involved, and if necessary we in the institution can also provide input regarding the celebrations,” said Budiutama.
The parliament also requested that police, civil police (Satpol PP) and pecalang (traditional security personnel) undertake anticipatory efforts and preventive measures against undesired incidents that could disturb public order.
“Prevention of public order and security disturbances and criminal activity, the use of alcohol, fireworks, and friction that may arise during holiday celebrations,” Budiutama explained.
Meanwhile, Vice Chairman III of the Bali Regional Parliament, I Komang Nova Sewi Putra, urged people of all faiths to appreciate and respect each other’s holiday celebrations.
“For Muslim residents carrying out takbiran, our hope is that you will respect and join in takbiran within your own homes,” Nova said.
However, the determination of 1 Syawal 1447 Hijriyah will still be discussed in an isbat (decree) session held by the Ministry of Religion on 19 March.
“There have been many inputs to the Bali Regional Parliament regarding the joint appeal from the FKUB, and many people are asking questions, whilst we must also be more certain because if we look at it officially, we must wait for the isbat session,” said the Democrat politician.