Creative Economy Ministry Responds Following Death of Civil Servant During Reserve Component Training

The Ministry of Creative Economy (Ekraf) is in mourning following the death of Civil Servant (ASN) Vanremu Varkas Bagaskara (28) while participating in the second wave of the ASN Reserve Component (Komcad) training.

“We have lost Vanreko, a kind-hearted and diligent individual who contributed his best during his tenure as a civil servant at the Ministry of Creative Economy,” the Ministry wrote via the official Instagram account of Minister Teuku Riefky Harsya on Monday (28/9).

Teuku Riefky stated that his office will continue to monitor the progress and development of employees participating in the Komcad series. He also explained that he has coordinated with relevant parties and accompanied the family of the late Vanreko from the moment news of his illness was received until the completion of the funeral procession.

“We also ensure that the administrative processing and the rights of the late Vanreko and his bereaved family are fulfilled,” added Teuku Riefky.

“May the late Vanreko find the best place by the side of Allah SWT. May the family left behind be granted fortitude and strength,” he added.

In the Instagram post, officials from the Ministry of Creative Economy, led directly by Teuku Riefky, were seen present at RSPAD Gatot Soebroto to convey condolences to the parents and family of the deceased.

Furthermore, the Ministry of Creative Economy expressed its respect and appreciation for the late Vanreko’s service during his time as a civil servant.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Creative Economy continues to coordinate with the Ministry of Defence and relevant agencies regarding the handling of the incident.

“While respecting the ongoing process and the authority of the relevant parties to provide official information regarding developments,” he concluded.

The Ministry of Creative Economy emphasised that the deceased’s participation in the activity was part of the national series of preparations for the Reserve Component.

Throughout the series of activities, the Ministry of Creative Economy continues to monitor and conduct visits as part of the assistance provided to civil servants participating in the Komcad programme.