Kemenbud displays Rog Ponorogo at the Indonesian birthday carnival, symbol of fighting spirit

Jakarta – The 80th anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia participated in the Ministry of Culture in the Independence Carnival. In this parade, the Ministry of Rego of Rog Ponorogo presented, one of the cultural heritage of Indonesian rich in symbolism. The Minister of Culture, Fadli Zon, together with the ranks, artists and famous artists also attended the vehicle on Sunday (17/8). The Ministry of Culture has the theme of Rego: Culture for Future, which tells the abbreviation of RoG Ponorogo, and offers an ornamental vehicle with a peacock and expression ganong figure. Both of these icons are an important part of Rog Ponorogo. Vehicles are decorated with the literature of the archipelago, a symbol of cultural diversity that strengthens the national unity, combined with green ornaments and natural elements. Traditional and modern ReoG music accompanied the journey of the vehicle and delivered a message of culture for the future. Roll to continue with content, in addition to a cultural heritage recognized by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage or deer cultural heritage, RoG Ponorogo also has a philosophical meaning. This art emphasizes power, courage, togetherness, perseverance, toughness and fighting spirit, in harmony with the theme of the 80th Indonesian Independence Day: United Sovereignty, Wealthy People, Indonesia forward. In Javanese, Rego or Rego price means or value. Culture becomes a very valuable nation’s wealth, ancestral heritage entrusted to the current generation to be sent to the future. Culture for the future means efforts to preserve by protecting, developing, using and promoting cultural heritage as a basis and inspiration for the future. Maintaining cultural heritage while adapting to changing times, to ensure that cultural values remain relevant and contribute to the present and future life. Decorative vehicles that read “Not Sound Horror” are alive with the presence of well -known artists and artists, including Reza Rahardian, Christine Hakim, Happy Salma, Ali Fikri, Yulia Evina Bhara, Lukman Sardi, Sal Priadi, Aulia Sarah, Hanung Bramantyo and Melly Goeslaw. Accompanied by the Menbud, also present on the truck of the Deputy Minister of Culture, Giring Ganesha; Director -General of Development, Use and Cultural Development, Ahmad Mahendra; and director of institutional human resources and cultural utilization, Irini dewiwanti. Along the carnival routes, Fadli, Wamenbud, artists and officials greeted the public enthusiastically from the rego truck and distributed souvenirs, who were also welcomed by residents who packed the road. The Independence Carnival held at night of independence involves all ministries/institutions, TNI-Polri, and Bumn/and between. The parade showed from Monas witness to President Prabowo Subianto, to the semanggi intersection, and each displayed the theme of ornamental vehicles representing the excellent program. Some decorative vehicles also use cultural elements that are never separated from the lives of Indonesian people. The series of events is closed with beautiful fireworks, which are seen by people from different circles. The excitement of the commemoration of the historical events of the proclamation of independence that took place eight decades ago was a joy for the whole country of Indonesia. The history of independence has brought the Indonesian people a strong nation and association in diversity today. The Ministry of Culture confirms the commitment to preserve the cultural heritage of the country, as an inspiration base for the future of Indonesia. (Ega/Ega)