Jakarta DPRD Chairman Attends Eid al-Fitr Prayer at City Hall
The Chairman of the Jakarta DPRD, Khoirudin, attended the Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijriah prayer ceremony in the courtyard of Jakarta City Hall on Saturday, 21 March 2026. The event proceeded solemnly, attended by local government officials and the public.
Also present at the prayer were Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung, Deputy Governor Rano Karno, and the 13th Vice President of Indonesia, Ma’ruf Amin, who served as the sermon speaker.
On this occasion, Khoirudin assessed the sermon theme as highly relevant to Jakarta’s condition as a pluralistic city that continues to strengthen values of togetherness. “The sermon theme related to weaving silaturahmi in the symphony of victory for a natural Jakarta. This is very apt,” he stated.
He added that the spirit of inclusivity in Jakarta is increasingly felt through various religious moments that run side by side. The value of Bhinneka Tunggal Ika, in his view, is clearly reflected in the life of the heterogeneous capital’s society. “Today, Jakarta is increasingly inclusive. This shows the local government’s spirit towards a global city,” he added.
Khoirudin also highlighted a series of interfaith activities in Jakarta as a strong reflection of religious tolerance, such as the Bedug Festival to the Ogoh-ogoh celebrations during Nyepi. These various celebrations serve as proof of the harmony that continues to be maintained amid diversity.
In his sermon, Ma’ruf Amin emphasised the importance of strengthening relationships among fellow humans as part of the core values of Eid al-Fitr. “Silaturahmi is not just a visit, but social capital for civilisation,” he said. He also reminded that unity is an important foundation in building a harmonious society. “Believers are brothers. Therefore, silaturahmi must be continuously maintained to strengthen brotherhood,” he urged.
The Eid al-Fitr prayer ceremony at Jakarta City Hall proceeded orderly and with full devotion. This moment became a collective reflection to strengthen unity and maintain harmony amid Jakarta’s diversity.
On the other hand, the Eid atmosphere is also closely tied to culinary traditions and togetherness. For Khoirudin, one distinctive Eid memory is sayur besan, a traditional Betawi dish rich in flavour. The mix of vegetables such as young papaya, baby corn, cabbage, potatoes, and dried shrimp creates a unique blend of savoury and sweet tastes.
“It tastes very delicious,” said Khoirudin, reminiscing about the dish. He emphasised that sayur besan is not just food, but part of the preserved Betawi cultural identity.
Besides cuisine, the tradition of sharing is an inseparable part of the Eid celebrations. Khoirudin admitted to maintaining the habit of giving “persenan” to children during Eid al-Fitr. This simple tradition becomes a symbol of warmth and togetherness that continues to thrive in society.
Through the Eid al-Fitr prayer moment and its accompanying traditions, Jakarta demonstrates its face as a city that is not only advanced but also upholds values of inclusivity, unity, and social harmony.