Jabodetabek’s new flag‑raising venue marks 81st Republic Day
The provincial flag‑raising ceremony on 17 August 2024, the 81st anniversary of Indonesia’s independence, was held for the first time on the newly refurbished front lawn of Gedung Sate in Bandung, according to Governor…
Source: ANTARA News · August 16, 2026 at 5:44 PM · AI-assisted report
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KUALA LUMPUR, 15 AUGUST 2026 —
The provincial flag‑raising ceremony on 17 August 2024, the 81st anniversary of Indonesia’s independence, was held for the first time on the newly refurbished front lawn of Gedung Sate in Bandung, according to Governor Dedi Mulyadi.
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The move from the traditional Lapangan Gasibu was intended to give the flag‑flashing a cleaner backdrop, with the building’s full façade visible in the footage.
Dedi explained that the relocation was a visual and symbolic upgrade. “Until now the flag‑raising was held at Lapangan Gasibu, where the hotel building appeared in the camera shots instead of Gedung Sate. That will not happen again,” he said. The ceremony’s new layout also saw a complete overhaul of the marching order. Only TNI and Polri personnel formed the flag‑bearing line, while Satpol PP handled the troop defile.
Public servants and students were no longer required to march in a formal formation; ordinary citizens were invited to sit and watch the proceedings on the lawn.
“Participants must be physically fit and able to remain silent throughout the event so it runs smoothly. The public can sit and enjoy the ceremony,” Dedi added. The open‑air format aims to make the event more inclusive while preserving its solemnity.
The governor also highlighted the completion of the physical revitalisation of the Gedung Sate–Gasibu area. The main gate and gateway were finished on 16 August, and the building’s façade has been repainted with museum‑standard white paint, as per the guidelines of the Cultural Heritage Preservation Office. The refurbishment was carried out carefully, respecting conservation regulations.
The 81st Republic Day celebrations, now held in a more dignified setting, are expected to set a new precedent for future provincial flag‑raising events in Indonesia.