Hashim: Danantara Bids Against Dozens of Competitors for Land 400 Metres from Masjidil Haram

Jakarta — The President’s Special Envoy for Energy and the Environment, Hashim Djojohadikusumo, stated that Danantara Indonesia’s Chief Executive Officer, Rosan Roeslani, is targeting the purchase of land 400 metres from Masjidil Haram.

“This month, Mr Rosan from Danantara is bidding against dozens of competitors to secure land 400 metres from Masjidil Haram,” said Hashim at the Economic Briefing 2026 event held in Jakarta on Thursday (23/4/2026).

The government’s decision to target this land 400 metres from Masjidil Haram is based on considerations of the advanced age of Hajj pilgrims (elderly), particularly those around 60-70 years old. “Many Indonesian pilgrims to the Holy Land are elderly, aged 60-70 years. They have to walk 9-10 km,” said Hashim.

Therefore, he hopes that with the Kampung Haji, Indonesian pilgrims can gather comfortably, affordably, and close to Masjidil Haram. Hashim views this step as a breakthrough to facilitate Indonesian Muslims in performing Hajj.

“I hear they plan to build around 15 towers at the first site. There will be other places, Padang rice restaurants or Acehnese restaurants later. The elderly ones can stay there. They can rest,” said Hashim.

According to him, this achievement can be realised because President Prabowo Subianto obtained a commitment from the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS).

“Indonesia gets a place close to the Kaaba, close to Masjidil Haram. 2.5 km. This has a very positive impact on Muslims in Indonesia,” said Hashim.