KDM Threatens Strict Sanctions for School Maung Admission Violations

West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi, commonly known as KDM, has imposed a total ban on favouritism in the 2026 New Student Admission System (SPMB) for School Maung. He warned school principals and selection committee members involved in cheating that they face dismissal and legal action. “No elite school should have students admitted through favours from anyone, for any reason,” KDM said, as quoted by Antara on Saturday (30 May). He stressed that the provincial government-established elite schools were created solely to transparently select the best academic and non-academic students. Therefore, all education officials must maintain integrity and avoid nepotism. To deter violations, the West Java Provincial Government has prepared administrative sanctions such as dismissal, as well as social and criminal penalties for those involved. “I will not hesitate to dismiss school principals, committee members, or anyone involved in the disreputable admission process,” he added. KDM confirmed that the provincial government will pursue legal action against those proven to have cheated in the admissions process. He stated that the practice of favouritism must not undermine the goal of School Maung to produce high-quality human resources. “There must be no culture of favouritism, and we will not hesitate to prosecute anyone found guilty of misconduct,” he said. As part of transparency measures, the provincial government plans to publicly disclose the identities of those who attempt to place their children in elite schools in violation of procedures. “We will inform the public of anyone who tries to secure admission for their child in an elite school by breaching transparency and excellence principles,” he added. Through strict oversight, Governor Dedi Mulyadi hopes the 2026 SPMB will mark a turning point for an objective education system free from power or financial interference. “Let us ensure our children become high achievers without parental interference,” he said. School Maung comprises 41 state senior high schools (SMA) and vocational schools (SMK) across West Java, with online registration taking place from 25 to 29 May 2026. The designated schools in Bekasi include State Senior High School 1 Bekasi City, State Senior High School 2 Tambun Selatan in Bekasi Regency, and State Vocational School 2 Bekasi City. These schools will not implement a zoning system but will rely solely on the SPMB process.