Home Affairs Minister Asks Perpukadesi Not to Engage in Practical Politics
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Home Affairs Minister Muhammad Tito Karnavian has asked the executives of the Perkumpulan Purnabakti Kepala Daerah Seluruh Indonesia (Perpukadesi) not to get involved in practical politics.
“By maintaining a neutral position and not engaging in practical politics, Perpukadesi will be respected,” Tito said while attending the Declaration and Installation of the Perpukadesi Board for the 2026–2031 Period as well as the National Seminar at the National Library Auditorium (Perpusnas), Jakarta, on Monday.
In his remarks, Tito is confident that this can be achieved because it is already stated in the organisation’s declaration or statement of position, which affirms its commitment to paying attention to public issues and national policies, as well as maintaining equal distance from all political forces and not engaging in practical political activities.
In addition, the Home Affairs Minister wants Perpukadesi not to intervene in the authority of the ongoing government, both at the central and regional levels, especially if done in an approach that seems patronising.
He stated that the organisation can still provide constructive criticism or suggestions, and the government is open to that as long as it is conveyed in a constructive manner.
Finally, the Home Affairs Minister reminded Perpukadesi not to be infiltrated by personal interests, including the use of the organisation’s name for certain projects.
This is because it can disrupt the organisation’s vision and mission, likened to the vision and mission wilting before it can develop.
“Therefore, I respectfully request, as a junior and in my capacity as Home Affairs Minister, that this organisation needs to uphold its dignity and remind each other,” he said.
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Furthermore, Tito added that Perpukadesi can play a role in helping to address various regional issues, such as those related to direct regional elections, the Law on Financial Relations between the Central Government and Regional Governments (HKPD), and encouraging breakthroughs in increasing Original Regional Income (PAD).
“The good intention of Perpukadesi in establishing this association, filled with experienced people with high flight hours, will give added value to this organisation,” he said.
The event was also attended by Perpukadesi General Chairman Bibit Waluyo, Perpukadesi Advisory Board Chairman Sutiyoso, Perpukadesi Supervisory Board Chairman Irianto Lambrie, and the elected Perpukadesi executives.