Eko Suwanto Urges Cross-Sectoral Synergy to Ensure Safe and Secure Eid Celebration in Yogyakarta
Eko Suwanto, chairman of Commission A at the Yogyakarta Special Region Regional House of Representatives (DPRD DIY), has called for cross-sectoral coordination and public participation to achieve a safe and secure Eid celebration. Suwanto stated that Commission A of the DPRD DIY also recommended that unified service posts be established with greater integration.
This was announced by Eko during a coordination meeting to discuss cross-stakeholder synergy for security during the Eid holiday period. The meeting was attended by the Commander of Military Region 072/Pamungkas Brigadier General Bambang Sujarwo, officials from the Yogyakarta Police Regional Command, the DPRD Secretariat, the Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD DIY), the Health Service, the Transportation Service, the Tourism Service, and the Regional Apparatus Development Agency (TAPD) of the local government.
The primary focus of the coordination included aspects of security mitigation during crowded periods, disaster mitigation, preparedness of tourism destinations, maintenance of public security and order in Yogyakarta, and current reports on the regional situation. These aspects form the basis for developing strategies to manage the flow of homecomers and tourism visits in Yogyakarta.
“We are in agreement to realise an Eid and holiday period that is safe and secure for all Yogyakarta residents, homecomers and tourists,” said Eko in a written statement.
Eko also appreciated preparations for mudik (homecoming) posts. He encouraged the local government of Yogyakarta, the community, the military, and the police to work together in preparing and operating unified service posts.
The unified posts include health services, traffic management, and disaster security services deployed at various strategic locations.
“Commission A recommends the establishment of unified post management that is more integrated. This aims to ensure coordination between local government posts and posts from community elements, the military, and the police runs in sync to serve the community, homecomers and tourists,” he said.
“This integration is expected to make public services more effective, faster, and responsive to field obstacles,” he added.
Regarding public services, Eko has ensured that health services in Yogyakarta continue to operate fully even during joint leave. Health centres and hospitals, for both inpatient and outpatient services, are on standby to anticipate emergency needs.
“Our recommendation is the importance of welfare guarantees for paramedics who sacrifice their holiday time to serve,” emphasised the PDIP politician.
Eko also reminded about property security. He urged homecomers to actively report abandoned houses or lodgings to their local neighbourhood administrative officials (RT/RW).
Eko believes this step is effective in facilitating security monitoring of the environment by authorities. This aims to reduce the potential for criminal activity in empty houses during the mudik period.
Furthermore, Eko asked the community to be vigilant against extreme disasters.
“It is very necessary for Yogyakarta residents, homecomers and tourists to regularly monitor the latest information through the Meteorological, Climatological and Geophysical Agency (BMKG) application. Awareness of independent disaster mitigation is crucial so that travel and holiday are not disrupted by unexpected natural disasters,” he said.
Eko also invited the community to build social solidarity by sharing Eid gifts with underprivileged residents.
“The spirit of tolerance and mutual respect is expected to be the main foundation for a safe and secure holiday and Eid celebration in Yogyakarta,” he concluded.