"We urge the public to respect and care for the elderly. Do not neglect or abandon them, and the state gives its highest honor to our senior citizens," the deputy minister remarked during a free cataract surgery and electronic ID card (KTP) issuance event here on Thursday.
He noted that the Ministry of Social Affairs has distributed various forms of assistance to the elderly.
In commemoration of the 2025 National Elderly Day, several free public services, including cataract surgeries, home repairs, house cleaning, and other social programs, were held to serve seniors in various regions.
"These social activities reflect our concern for the elderly, especially during the commemoration of National Elderly Day. Meanwhile, the summit celebration will take place in Jember (East Java). In the meantime, activities like the one in Subang are a tangible form of the government’s care," Priyono affirmed.
In Subang, the National Elderly Day celebration featured a series of social service activities.
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A total of 189 senior citizens received free cataract surgery. Additionally, services such as electronic ID card issuance and free marriage validation (isbat) sessions were also held for the elderly.
Meanwhile, Regional Representative Council (DPD) member Alfiansyah Bustami, also known as Komeng, encouraged Subang residents to continue showing love and care for the elderly.
"Our country greatly respects the elderly. We would not be here without them. In Subang, there is a program called 'Nyaah Ka Indung,' which is a form of love and care for mothers," he explained.
He also expressed hope that the Indonesian elderly remain healthy and that the government continues to support their well-being.
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Editor: Rahmad Nasution
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