Jakarta – The 2024 Regional Head Elections (Pilkada) have gone smoothly, and now is the time for all people to respect the decision as part of each citizen’s commitment to the principles of healthy democracy. In response to this, a number of figures reminded to maintain peace amid differences in choice for the sake of the nation’s progress.
The Head of the Nahdlatul Ulama (PCNU) Branch Management for Pasuruan Regency, KH. Imron Mutamakkin, said that his party expressed appreciation and gratitude to all election organizers, both the KPU, Bawaslu and their ranks up to the TPS level who had successfully organized the 2024 Simultaneous Regional Elections without any excesses.
“We, the extended family of Nahdhatul Ulama, would like to express our gratitude to all parties, starting from the election organizers to the security forces, including the Forkopimda, especially to the TNI/Polri who continue to guard so that the regional elections can run successfully, safely and peacefully,” said KH Imron.
According to him, the results of the regional elections are a process that has gone through various stages that are legally valid, so it must be realized that the regional elections are a reflection of the people’s voice, the results of which should be respected.
“Once the results are determined, there is no room for disputes that could damage social stability. The public must respect this decision, because only then can we ensure that democracy works well,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Chief of the Central Kalimantan Regional Police, Inspector General of Police Drs. Djoko Poerwanto invited all levels of society to work together to create a peaceful situation by respecting the determination of the Pilkada results. He also appreciated the smooth voting process that went well without any obstacles.
“I would like to thank all parties for their cooperation, especially the security personnel from the TNI Polri, so that the voting process ran smoothly and safely,” he said.
Further, Djoko also appealed to all parties to respect the results of the democratic process that had been implemented.
“Let’s work together to be wise in receiving information and try to eliminate post-truth or information that is not yet clear. Whatever the result, we await the decision and determination of the Pilkada from the KPU organizers,” he appealed.
A similar appeal came from the Chairman of the KPU of Situbondo Regency, East Java, Hadi Prayitno. Hadi invited the people of Situbondo to respect the determination of the results of the 2024 Simultaneous Regional Elections.
“We have carried out the stages of the Pilkada in accordance with those stipulated in the regulations. Therefore, all parties must respect and accept the results of the Pilkada,” said Hadi.
By prioritizing peace and mutual respect, it can be shown to the world that Indonesia is a nation that is able to maintain harmony despite different choices. Maintaining political stability is a shared responsibility as citizens who love peace and democracy.
