Ono Surono Urges PDI Perjuangan Cadres in West Java Local Councils to Restructure Regional Budgets
The Chairman of the West Java PDI Perjuangan Regional Leadership Council (DPD), Ono Surono, has instructed all party cadres serving in regency and city legislatures across West Java to undertake a restructuring of the Regional Revenue and Expenditure Budget (APBD). This step is deemed essential in response to the economic challenges currently facing the community.
Ono delivered this instruction during a party consolidation meeting in Bekasi City on Wednesday (3/6/2026). According to him, national economic instability, the weakening of the rupiah exchange rate, and the threat of inflation must be addressed through budgetary policies that are more aligned with the needs of the people.
“The evaluation of the APBD must begin within the DPRD (Regional House of Representatives). Programmes that do not have a direct impact on public services need to be reviewed, including working visits, comparative studies, and similar activities,” said Ono.
The Deputy Chairman of the West Java DPRD emphasised that regional expenditure efficiency must be a priority so that local government fiscal space can be more focused on programmes that touch upon the needs of the community.
He also requested that PDI Perjuangan legislators limit agendas outside their regions and increase activities within their respective constituencies. According to Ono, the presence of council members amongst the community is a vital part of understanding the issues faced by citizens directly.
In addition to promoting budget efficiency, the West Java PDI Perjuangan DPD is preparing several strategic agendas. These include strengthening food security through the planting of ten food commodities alongside rice, the development of urban farming, and the implementation of a series of activities for ‘Bung Karno Month’ throughout June.
Ono believes that family-based food security movements can serve as a solution to facing fluctuations in basic commodity prices. Addressing the price of chilli, which has reached Rp70,000 per kilogram, he invited the public to utilise yard space to plant chillies, tomatoes, and various types of vegetables.
“Simple steps such as growing our own food needs can help reduce family expenditure burdens while simultaneously strengthening household food security,” he said.
Regarding internal party matters, PDI Perjuangan West Java aims to complete its organisational structure—from the PAC, branch, to sub-branch levels—within this month. This consolidation is being carried out to strengthen synergy between party officials, legislative factions, and regional heads belonging to PDI Perjuangan.
According to Ono, the collaboration of these three elements is essential capital in responding to the various social and economic issues faced by the community.
“The General Chair always reminds us that power is merely a tool to fight for the interests of the people. Therefore, PDI Perjuangan must continue to be present amongst the community and strive to provide solutions to the problems they face,” Ono concluded.