Maruli Appoints Judo Indonesia Leadership for 2026–2030
Jakarta (ANTARA) – Indonesian Judo Association (PB PJSI) chairman General Maruli Simanjuntak has appointed the organisation’s leadership for the 2026–2030 term.
The new leadership will focus on organisational consolidation, strengthening athlete development and improving Indonesian judo’s performance at national and international level.
“The formation of this new leadership is an opportunity to consolidate the organisation and build a more integrated development system, from nurturing young athletes and improving the quality of coaches and referees to organising competitions and strengthening cooperation with various sports stakeholders,” Maruli said in an official statement in Jakarta on Wednesday.
The appointments were made through PB PJSI Chairman’s Decree No. SKEP/01/X/2026, dated 16 October 2026.
Maruli was previously re-elected by acclamation at the 20th PJSI National Conference on 11 September 2026. The appointment means he will serve a second term as chairman.
“The appointment of this leadership team is part of efforts to strengthen the organisation’s governance, improve the effectiveness of athlete development and promote the sustainable growth of Indonesian judo,” Maruli said.
Maruli, who also serves as Deputy Commander of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), will be assisted by two deputy chairmen: Major General M. I. Gogor A. A. and Inspector General of Police Viktor Sihombing.
Maria Regina Vega has been appointed secretary-general, with Brigadier General Albert Simanjuntak as first deputy secretary-general and Brigadier General Dr Saripudin as second deputy secretary-general.
Lina Nurhasanah will serve as treasurer-general, assisted by Chaeruddin Purba Tjahyadi as first deputy treasurer-general and Josephine Julinda Tampubolon as second deputy treasurer-general.
PB PJSI has also appointed three special advisers: Major General Aminton Manurung and two Japanese nationals, Tsuneo Sengoku and Toshiya Anzai. The Council of Masters comprises Irwan Prakarsa, Ni Made Suyudani, Judo Nempung and Fanny Pie.
Several strategic departments have been established to support organisational development and athlete performance. Dr Ira Purnamasari will lead the Performance Development Department, while Putu Wiradamungga Adesta will head the Competition Department.
The Education and Coaching Department will be led by Cliffia Sulistio, the Refereeing Department by I Made Suwardarma, and the Research and Development Department by Lita Theresia.
Zainal Arifin will lead the IT and Data Department, Pasekel will oversee General Affairs, Benny S. Butarbutar will head Public Relations, and Infantry Colonel Piter Dwi Ardianto will be responsible for Foreign Relations.
Carlo Batubara, S.H., will lead the Legal Department; Brigadier General Atjep Mihardja Soma will head Business and Funding; and CPM Colonel Unggul Wahyudi will lead the Organisation Department. Linia Tri Hastuti has been appointed head of the secretariat.
PB PJSI has also appointed four cluster heads: Josef Yus for Cluster I, Toga Pramandita for Cluster II, Dr Lucia Lefrandt for Cluster III and Dr Jonadab Wattimena for Cluster IV.
With the new leadership in place, PB PJSI aims to strengthen organisational governance and establish a more integrated athlete-development system.
The initiative is expected to improve the competitiveness of Indonesian judo athletes and broaden public participation in the sport.