Gus Ipul accompanies family and Santri victims of the collapse of the Al Khoziny Islamic residence

Jakarta – Indonesian Social Minister Saifullah Yusuf (Gus Ipul) directly observed the Ministry of Psychosocial Support Services (LDP) of the Ministry of Social Affairs to accompany the students, families and people affected by the collapse of the Al Khoziny Islamic Koschool, Sidoarjo, East -Java. Together with the deputy governor of the East Java, Emil Elestianto Dardak and head of East Java Basarnas Mohammad Syafii, Gus Ipul assessed the LDP area that became a gathering place for the families of victims, as well as moral support and ensured that handling went well. Gus Ipul expressed his deeply condolences about the disaster regarding the Santri and the extended family of the Pesantren. Gus Ipul also invited all parties to keep praying for the victims and support the rescue team working in the field. Browse to continue with the content “This evacuation period, a very critical period and can’t just be done someone. The National SAR team has worked hard at search points with enormous risks,” says Gus Ipul. “Let us be accompanied by prayers so that all processes run smoothly and there are victims who can be saved,” he continued. Gus Ipul also emphasizes the importance of patience and togetherness in dealing with this emergency. “All of us, parents of students, families and society must strengthen each other. May Allah give the power to face this disaster,” Gus Ipul said. During the visit, Gus Ipul also took the time to communicate directly with the Santri parents. The atmosphere of emotion has a simple room filled with families of the victims. Most of them sit with the mattress with the logo #kemensosselaluada, while some volunteers in health provide treatment to students who have sustained minor injuries. A number of parents could not hold back tears when Gus Ipul approached, greeted and delivered a comfort prayer. With full empathy, he listens to their stories and anxiety. The presence of Gus Ipul with Deputy Governor Emil Dardak and Basarnas head, Mohammad Syafii, gave a new enthusiasm for families waiting for their children’s news. “All parties are working to give the best, let us strengthen with prayer and accompany each other,” Gus Ipul said. In addition to establishing a public kitchen that can cook up to 1,000 servings per cooked, the Ministry of Social Affairs also distributes emergency logistics assistance, such as 1,200 instant chances, 500 children’s food packages, 170 blankets, 150 folding mattresses, 150 family sets and vultural tents. The LDP team of the Ministry of Social Affairs with Tagana volunteers still provides psychosocial assistance to students and families of victims who are still waiting for the news of their family members. “Psychosocial help is very important, especially for children, so that they can go through spiritual and emotional shocks as a result of this disaster,” explained Masryani Mansyur, acting director of Masryani Mansyur, of the PSKBA. The Deputy Governor of the East Java, Emil Elestianto Dardak, said that the provincial government of East Java was ready to fully support the impact of this disaster. “We will work with all the ranks of the provincial government with the central government, including the Ministry of Social Affairs, Basarnas and other elements, so that handling runs fast and comprehensive. Our priority is to save victims and ensure families get sufficient help,” Emil said. Meanwhile, the head of East Java Basarnas Mohammad explained the challenging field conditions. “The Pesantren Building that pancake collapsed, so the search must be performed very carefully. Staff in the field more than 300 people, we work in the joint team of the TNI, Polri, BNPB, volunteers, including Tagana Ministry of Social Affairs,” Syafii explained. “Our focus is to save victims quickly without adding new risks,” he concluded. Also watch the Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School Update Video Ambruk: 15 victims are still trapped in ruins (Akn/Ega)