Thanksgiving Ahead of Achmad Bakrie XXII Awards, Aninditha Anestya Bakrie Delivers Touching Message

Ahead of the peak night of the 22nd Achmad Bakrie Awards 2026, the organising committee held a thanksgiving event at Graha Bhakti Budaya, Taman Ismail Marzuki (TIM), Cikini, Central Jakarta, on Tuesday, 25 August 2026. The occasion served as a moment to gather and offer prayers for the smooth running of the entire awards programme.

Chairwoman of the Achmad Bakrie Awards 2026, Anindhita Anestya Bakrie, was in attendance. The event began with remarks, followed by communal prayers and a shared meal.

On the occasion, Anindhita expressed her appreciation to the entire committee for their work and dedication in preparing the 22nd Achmad Bakrie Awards.

‘I simply want to convey my extraordinary appreciation. Thank you to all my fellow committee members, because without your support and dedication, the 22nd Achmad Bakrie Awards would not have been achievable. Thank you once again for your time and dedication, including coming on this public holiday,’ she said.

She then invited all those present to join in praying for the smooth running of the awards ceremony, which would take place on Wednesday, 26 August 2026.

‘Today we pray together, may tomorrow’s Achmad Bakrie Awards ceremony run smoothly, be granted ease and blessings. May we all be healthy and achieve the best results,’ she stated.

Anindhita also highlighted the involvement of various parties in organising the awards. According to her, the Achmad Bakrie Awards represent a form of cross-company and cross-foundation collaboration.

‘And I am also very proud, because the Achmad Bakrie Awards are carried out across companies and across foundations. Thank you very much once again,’ she concluded.

The Achmad Bakrie Awards this year mark their 22nd edition. Carrying the theme ‘Real Action for Indonesia’, the awards are given as a form of appreciation to Indonesian figures who have contributed through knowledge, thought, innovation, art, and service to society.

Four figures have been named as recipients of the 22nd Achmad Bakrie Awards 2026. They are Prof. Josaphat Tetuko Sri Sumantyo, B.Eng., M.Eng., Ph.D. for Science & Technology, Prof. drg. Ika Dewi Ana, M.Kes., Ph.D. for Health, Prof. Dr. K.H. Haedar Nashir, M.Si. for Social Thought, and Butet Kartaredjasa for Arts & Culture.