Bogor Regent Issues Anti-Corruption Circular for Religious Holidays
The Bogor Regent, Rudy Susmanto, has formally issued Circular Letter Number 100.3.4.2/165-INSPEKTORAT concerning the Prevention of Corruption and Control of Gratification Related to Religious Holidays. This measure reflects the Bogor District Government’s commitment to maintaining integrity and preventing corrupt practices during major religious celebrations.
Rudy emphasised that whilst religious holiday celebrations are traditions for sharing and maintaining kinship ties, their implementation must comply with applicable regulations and be conducted reasonably. Through this circular, he has instructed all levels of administration, from villages and subdistricts to departments within the Bogor District Government, to set an example for the community.
According to Rudy, the Ramadan period and the approach of Eid al-Fitr should be preserved as a time to strengthen integrity and ensure that government remains healthy and clean. “Certainly, during the holy month of Ramadan and welcoming Eid al-Fitr, we want the government to be truly present in sound condition. We do not want good intentions to ultimately be tarnished by one or two incidents that undermine our 30 days of fasting observance,” said Rudy.
The circular emphasises several key prohibitions. Officials and employees are prohibited from receiving or giving gratification related to their positions that conflicts with their duties. There is a strict ban on demanding funds or gifts such as holiday bonuses, either individually or on behalf of institutions, from the community and business operators.
All employees are prohibited from using official facilities for personal purposes during holiday celebrations. “We have also sent appeals regarding the use of government vehicles with red plates for trips home. We urge all state civil servants not to use state facilities for personal purposes, including homecoming travel,” he stated.
Any civil servant or state official who receives gratification must report it to the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) within 30 working days. Gratification in the form of perishable food or beverages should be distributed as social assistance to orphanages or those in need, whilst being reported to the Bogor District Inspectorate as the Gratification Control Unit (UPG) with explanations and delivery documentation, which the UPG then reports to the KPK.
Institutional leaders must ensure legal compliance and issue internal appeals to prevent bribery, facilitation payments, or gratification in any form. Rudy has also ensured that supervision of illegal levies continues through inter-agency collaboration.
“The Anti-Illegal Levy Team in Bogor District remains established and works collaboratively with police, prosecutors, and local government elements. This team continues to move to ensure there are no illegal levies or gratification practices within government,” said Rudy.
He also invited the community and business operators to play an active role. Should there be demands for gratification, bribery, or extortion by unscrupulous individuals, they are urged to immediately report to law enforcement or through the KPK’s complaint service at number 198 or the GOL (Online Gratification) application.
This circular was established in Cibinong on 6 March 2026 and serves as the official guideline for all Regional Devices, public hospitals, regional-owned enterprises, and village governments in the Bogor District area.