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From Soldiers to Servants, Indonesian Forces Enhance Community Relations in Aifat
Social Communication (Komsos) with residents of the Aifat District
PAPUA, Tabloid Diksi - One of the military units under the command of the Indonesian Armed Forces Operational Command HABEMA, the Task Forces of the Para Raider Infantry Battalion 501/Bajra Yudha Kostrad, is currently conducting mobile security at the border of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, especially in Maybrat Regency, Papua Barat Daya Province. On Saturday, 12 October 2024, the 501 Task Forces, especially the Kamat Post led by Second Lieutenant Handoko, conducted Social Communication (Komsos) with residents of the Aifat District while conducting areal protection tasks. This Komsos aims to foster trust and cooperation between the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) and the local community to support the Indonesian Government’s program of accelerating the development of the Papua region.
Underlining the Soldiers' role, the Commander of the 501 Task Forces, Lieutenant Colonel Yakhya Wisnu Arianto, underscored the importance of the Task Forces’ focus on the community's fundamental needs around the Post. In response, on Saturday, the Soldiers took advantage of the protection tasks through interaction and communication with Aifat residents. The interaction followed package distribution by the 501 Task Forces from the Indonesian Chief of Army (Kasad), General Maruli Simanjuntak, to the residents.
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While maintaining their focus on security, the Soldiers took the opportunity to communicate in harmony with the people. During the communication, the Kamat Post conveyed Kasad’s mandate to deliver musical equipment packages, including 10 acoustic guitars, 30 pianicas, 30 flutes, and 30 tambourines. The package distribution of musical equipment is expected to support the smooth running of residents' worship. In response to the package’s distribution, representing the people, the Head of Churches Pastors in Aifat District, Mr. Yefta Moningai, expressed their happiness by saying, "Thank you, Bapak Kasad, for the packages we received. God bless." This heartwarming response from the residents underscores the impact of the Army's efforts, highlighting the reassurance and security they provide in the assigned area.
Upon receiving the activity report, the HABEMA Commanding General, Brigadier General Lucky Avianto, commended the 501 Task Forces’ initiative to communicate socially with the Aifat District residents and the distribution of Kasad’s packages. His words: "The 501 Task Forces' initiative is a testament to TNI's commitment to conduct inclusive Social Communication to support the acceleration of development in the Papua region." This recognition from the highest authority in HABEMA is not just a commendation but a testament to the significant impact of such initiatives on the region's development. It instills profound hope and optimism about their potential to shape the region's future positively. It makes the Task Forces and the community feel recognized, valued, and respected for their efforts. It gives everyone a sense of hope and optimism about the region's future development.***
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