Sade Village Begins Reconstruction; Indigenous Villagers Perform Traditional Ceremony

Residents of the Sade Indigenous Village, located in Rambitan Village, Pujut District, Central Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB), have performed the ‘Nyemulak’ tradition (the planting of pillars). This tradition serves as a symbol for the reconstruction of the Sasak traditional houses and the Sade Mosque, which were previously destroyed by fire.

This was announced by the Regent of Central Lombok, Lalu Pathul Bahri, during the Nyemulak ceremony in Sade Indigenous Village on Thursday, 3 September 2026.

“The month of Maulid Nabi Muhammad is the most auspicious time, and therefore the construction of houses in the Sade Indigenous Village begins today,” he stated.

He expressed his appreciation to the donors who have supported the reconstruction of Sade Indigenous Village, enabling the community to recover and resume their usual activities. “We hope the community continues to support this reconstruction for the welfare of future generations,” he added.

He further noted that the reconstruction process would be carried out transparently and in accordance with regulations for the benefit of the community.

Meanwhile, the Governor of West Nusa Tenggara, Lalu M. Iqbal, stated that the installation of the first foundation pillar, or Nyemulak, represents a long-term effort in the reconstruction of Sade Indigenous Village.

“In this construction process, patience is required,” he said.

The Governor also requested the formation of a task force and a joint bank account for managing aid to ensure transparency, as many parties have expressed a desire to assist with the reconstruction process.

“All incoming aid should be collected [in this account],” he said.

He also urged for the acceleration of the construction of a semi-permanent museum so that the community can resume their activities.

“Tourists visiting can still see the state of Sade, because the area is closed while the reconstruction process is underway,” he explained.

He emphasised that the development of Sade Village must return to its original values, as tourists visit to see architecture that tells the story of Sasak culture and the rituals of West Nusa Tenggara.

“This construction process must not be rushed. This is the first cultural preservation project in West Nusa Tenggara,” he remarked.

The Coordinator for the Reconstruction of Sade Traditional Houses, Lalu M. Faozal, stated that the activity was carried out in accordance with the results of deliberations with all residents of the Sade Hamlet.

“Today is the auspicious day agreed upon for the installation of the foundation pillars for the construction of the Mosque and the Sade Traditional Houses,” he said.